By what means do courts protect everyone, from law-abiding citizens to hardened criminals?
What will be an ideal response?
The constitutional rights protect and apply to everyone in the United States. The right to be presumed innocent applies to all citizens, including those that may be guilty of a crime. There is no distinction or mention of criminals versus law-abiding persons, or between citizens or noncitizens for that matter.
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The precursor to the American hearsay rule originated in the 1600s immediately following the trial of Sir _________
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A child under the age of 7 years who commits a crime will not be held criminally responsible for their crimes. This is an example of __________________ rules
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____________________ evidence is often important in civil personal injury trials
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It occurs to you that the victim will not be able to testify if the trial takes place quickly, due to his injuries. Accordingly, you do not agree to waive your client's "speedy trial" rights. This action would indicate your view that you are serving as your client's:
a. legal agent. b. moral agent. c. confidant. d. paternal guide.