The French Penal Code adopts what is called the ________ which requires that corporate criminal liability be applied only in cases that pertain to an "express mention in the law or in a French regulation."

A) Strict liability rule
B) Res ipsa standard
C) Specialty principal
D) High priority rule
E) Protectionist principal

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Kitanya Pillay · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  The French Penal Code adopts the Specialty principal, which mandates that corporate criminal liability is applicable only in instances explicitly mentioned by the law or a French regulation. This principle ensures that corporations are only held criminally liable for actions that are specifically identified as criminal offenses under French law, providing a clear framework for corporate accountability.

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