question In criminal law what is the term for the intentional threat of harmful or offensive contact with another person

What is the primary purpose of the USA PATRIOT Act in criminal law?

A. Regulating labor disputes
B. Protecting against unreasonable searches and seizures
C. Enhancing law enforcement's ability to combat terrorism
D. Enforcing immigration laws

In contract law, what is the term for the termination of a contract before performance is completed?

A. Assignment
B. Breach of contract
C. Novation
D. Rescission

In property law, what does the term "easement" refer to?

A. Ownership of land
B. A right to use someone else's land for a specific purpose
C. A contract for the sale of property
D. A lease agreement

What is the purpose of administrative law?

A. Enforcing criminal statutes
B. Regulating government agencies and their activities
C. Resolving family disputes
D. Adjudicating civil lawsuits

What does the term "felony murder" mean in criminal law?

A. A legal defense strategy
B. Intentionally causing the death of another person
C. A court order
D. Imposing criminal liability for a death that occurs during the commission of a felony

In contract law, what is a "unilateral contract"?

A. A contract involving only one party
B. A contract where both parties make promises
C. A contract with no legal consequences
D. A contract with mutual obligations

What does the term "due process" mean in constitutional law?

A. The right to remain silent
B. The right to a fair and impartial trial
C. The right to vote
D. The right to legal representation

In criminal law, what is the term for the intentional threat of harmful or offensive contact with another person?

A. Assault
B. Battery
C. Kidnapping
D. Robbery

In criminal law, what does the term "mens rea" mean?

A. Criminal intent or guilty mind
B. Actus reus or criminal act
C. A formal charge
D. A court order

What is the purpose of the doctrine of "res ipsa loquitur" in tort law?

A. Regulating labor disputes
B. Shifting the burden of proof to the defendant in certain negligence cases
C. Resolving family disputes
D. Enforcing immigration laws

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