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Strict liability usually means that a crime is without fault or without intent. (those aspects do not matter in terms of guilt in these cases) One widely known example is that of large or exotic animal ownership. Strictly by owning a dangerous animal, an owner may be found liable if that animal ever escapes and causes and damage or harm. It doesn't matter if the owner has taken all the typical precautions.
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What is an example of a strict liability tort?
could it be wild animals
Strict liability and tortuous liability?
Strict liability is a form of civil liability, similar to negligence. The main difference between strict liability and tortious liability is that you can be held liable for any harm resulting from certain activities without any fault, simply because the activity falls within the classification of strict liability. Most states have adopted strict liability in some form, and activities that qualify fall into two general categories.
What is strict liability?
Strict liability makes a person responsible for the damage and loss caused by his/her acts and omissions regardless of culpability (or fault in criminal law terms, which would normally be expressed through a mens rea requirement; see Strict liability (criminal)). Strict liability is important in torts (especially product liability), corporations law, and criminal law. For analysis of the pros and cons of strict liability as applied to product liability, the most important strict liability regime,
What is the difference between absolute and strict liability?
In strict liability, there are certain defenses available whereas in absolute liability, there are none.
Strict liability is liability without fault?
Yes it is
Is strict liability liability without fault?
Yes
Concept of strict liability under Indian penal code?
Strict liability is the liability to punitive sanction despite the lack of mens rea.
What is the basis for strict liability?
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What has the author James B Sales written?
James B. Sales has written: 'Product liability law in Texas' -- subject(s): Products liability 'The law of strict tort liability in Texas' -- subject(s): Strict liability
What are the laws in the Philippines about product liability?
The laws in the Philippines about product liability is strict and has liabilities that can be both criminal and civil.
What are the three main types of torts?
1. Intentional Torts 2. Negligence 3. Strict Liability
Difference between Absolute Liability and strict liability?
The distinction between strict and absolute liability can be seen by examining the issue of causation.For strict liability offenses no evidence of intent or any other mens rea is required. It is however normal for the prosecution to be required to prove causation. For example, in speeding it is necessary to prove the defendant was "driving", but not that he intended to drive faster than permitted, or even that he knew he was doing so.Just like strict liability, absolute liability offences do not require evidence of intent or mens rea. As for causation, the prosecution only has to prove that the proscribed event occurred or situation existed, then the defendant will be liable because of his status.So, in the EMPRESS CAR CASE the company was liable for the pollution of the river even though the diesel tap was turned on by an unknown stranger
