Law Quiz of the Week

Who is the auhtor and what is is the title of the book that was written in 1764 that condemned torture and the death penalty? If you know the answer, send an E-Mail to us at: quiz [at]newjurist.com with your full name and country of residence. The first two to respond will have their names and countries of residence published on this page. Good luck!

 

Correct Answer by Andrew Fomine, from Russia: Cesare Beccaria, 'On Crimes and Punishment' ( Dei delitti e delle pene)

 

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What is the name of the jurist who said that he has all Christian virtues except resigning?

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Correct Answer by Mahanand Kumar, from India: Lord Denning

 

Previous Law Quiz

What is the name of the US legislation that forbids an unauthorized citizen from negotiating with a foreign government?

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Correct Answer by Scarlettah Schaefer, from the USA: The Logan Act