Assume a state has a criminal statute that punishes "every person who by himself or his employee or agent sells anything at short measure." Chris, an employee of Watkins Fencing, Inc. within that state, intentionally sells wire fence to Nowton Construction at short measure. Watkins:

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Under the principle of vicarious liability, a company can be held criminally liable for the actions of its employees if those actions are within the scope of their employment, even if the company did not authorize, direct, or have knowledge of the wrongful act.

Assume a State Has a Criminal Statute That Punishes "Every