What is eminent domain?

A.

the right of a state or national government to make public use of a private property

B.

the right of an individual to pass property to another individual with the consent of the government

C.

the right of a nongovernment institution to use government property for the public good

D.

the right of a national government to transfer government property to an individual

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Libby Simmons

5 January, 13:29

What is eminent domain?

A.

the right of a state or national government to make public use of a private property

B.

the right of an individual to pass property to another individual with the consent of the government

C.

the right of a nongovernment institution to use government property for the public good

D.

the right of a national government to transfer government property to an individual

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Robert Tucker · Answer 1

The correct answer is: A. the right of a state or national government to make public use of a private property

Kelo v. New London sets forth the rules for Eminent Domain. The government can seize private property for public use as long as it benefits the public and the person is compensated.