Describe the purposes of the Sixth Amendment's guarantee of a public trial. When does it apply?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Answers will focus on the purpose of public trials for the defendant's protection and a restraint on possible governmental abuse of power. When trials may be closed and dealing with media influence should be addressed. Finally, good answers will explain the available options of dealing with case notoriety or press coverage.

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What type of report is used to document the events that occur when you arrest a suspect?

a. Crime Report b. Incident Report c. Arrest Report d. Daily Activity Report

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If Jack refinished his basement himself, the value of his work

A) is only included in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) if he uses U.S. made components. B) is not included in Gross Domestic Product (GDP). C) is included in Gross Domestic Product (GDP). D) is included in the next year's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

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Solicitation is often referred to as a

a. “triple inchoate” offense. b. “double inchoate” offense. c. “single inchoate” offense d. “last act” offense.

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The contemporary Supreme Court tends to:

a. favor the rights of the criminal defendant over law enforcement. b. favor law enforcement over the rights of the criminal defendant. c. favor protections of the individual over the needs of government. d. favor defendant rights over the rights of the victim. e. show no favoritism to any one view.

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