Damages in excess of compensatory damages that the court awards for the sole purpose of deterring the defendant and others from doing the same act again are known as ________ damages.

Respuesta :

Answer:

PUNITIVE DAMAGES.

Explanation:

It is also referred to as exemplary damages. It is awarded to reprimand a defendant in cases where their actions have been particularly harmful or intentional. It acts as a deterrent to anyone that may act wickedly.