Preexisting Legal Duty Rule
While on duty, Police Officer Jones locates a stolen sports car. A few days earlier, she saw a poster offering a $1,000 reward to anyone who helped the owner recover the vehicle. Why is Officer Jones legally prohibited from collecting the reward?
A
A party cannot provide valid consideration by performing an act they already have a legal obligation to perform.
B
A party cannot receive double compensation for performing the same work.
C
Government employees are legally prohibited from accepting private rewards.
D
A police officer should not expend official time searching for stolen vehicles.
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