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      Question

      What does the principle of Ignorantia Juris Non Excusat

      assert?
      A A person can be excused from liability if they are unaware of a law Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Ignorance of the law is no defense, meaning a person cannot avoid liability for violating the law due to lack of knowledge Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C A person is only liable for legal violations if they were aware of the law Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Ignorance of the law is acceptable if it is proven to be a genuine mistake Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E Legal liability is reduced if a person can demonstrate ignorance of the law Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      It is a legal principle holding that a person who is unaware of a law may not escape  the liability for violating the law merely because one was unaware of its content.

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