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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Roger can be prosecuted by the state for a criminal offense and Jim may sue him for money damages. These are two separate legal actions, and Jim's decision to sue for money damages does not impact the state's ability to pursue criminal charges against Roger. Additionally, even if Roger is convicted of criminal assault, Jim still has the right to sue him for damages in a civil court. Double jeopardy only applies to criminal proceedings, not civil suits. Option C is incorrect because the state can still choose to initiate a criminal proceeding even if Jim refuses to press charges. Option D is incorrect because Jim can choose to pursue either criminal charges or a civil suit, but cannot do both simultaneously.

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