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Read the scenario.

♦Citizen X has run into some financial troubles. One day, he shows up to work wearing a new watch. A co-worker whose home was recently robbed says, “Hey, my watch! You thief!” Citizen X goes on trial for burglary, but is found not guilty.♦
Based on what happens to Citizen X, under which government does he live?
Athens, because Athenian law dictates that a single stolen item is not cause for conviction.
Athens, because Athenian law has mercy on those who steal due to financial distress.
Rome, because Roman law forces the accuser to have a burden of proof.
Rome, because Roman law requires the wealthy and educated to be shown leniency.

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Answer:

Its C

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Answer:

Rome, because Roman law forces the accuser to have a burden of proof.

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Under Roman law, someone accusing another person of a crime needed evidence that the crime had been committed. As a consequence, the co-worker is required to display proof that Citizen X has robbed his watch. If he cannot justify that Citizen X has perpetrated an offense against the law, then the later will not be convicted.

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