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Roger Assaulted Jim in a Tavern,causing Medical Expenses and Lost

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Roger assaulted Jim in a tavern,causing medical expenses and lost wages.Which of the following is true?


A) Roger can be prosecuted by the state for a criminal offense and Jim may sue him for money damages.
B) If Roger is convicted of criminal assault, Jim is not allowed to sue him for money damages since that would violate the double jeopardy clause of the Constitution.
C) If Jim refuses to press charges against Roger, the state cannot initiate a criminal proceeding against him.
D) Jim can either elect to sue for money damages or proceed with criminal charges.

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