Question

12. What is the main difference between statutory law and common law? (3.4)

A. Statutory law applies in criminal cases; common law applies in civil cases
b. Statutory law applies in felony cases; common law applies to misdemeanor cases
C. Statutory law is formally passed by a legislature; common law is based on previous court decisions
d. Statutory law is based on precedent; common law is based on race and gender

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Common law is defined as law that has been developed on the basis of preceding rulings by judges and statutory laws are written laws passed by legislature and government of a country and those which have been accepted by the society

Answer 2

C

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