Contracts
Under Mississippi law, a contract that is 'against public policy' is:
AEnforceable if both parties agree
BVoid and unenforceable regardless of the parties' agreement✓ Correct
CVoidable at either party's option
DValid unless challenged within 1 year
Explanation
Contracts that violate public policy are void — courts will not enforce them even if both parties knowingly agreed to them. Examples include contracts to commit crimes, contracts with unreasonable restraints of trade, or contracts that violate anti-discrimination laws.
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