Identify and briefly describe three defendant rights that are outlined in the Constitution.

What will be an ideal response?


Amendments guarantee the defendant rights to counsel, a public trial, a speedy trial, and a trial by an impartial jury of his or her peers, as well as the right to confront any prosecution witnesses and the right against double jeopardy and self-incrimination.

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a. 7 b. 12 c. 21 d. 25+

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Stan Young decided to illegally dump toxic waste without the knowledge or consent of his employer or related corporation. Which of the following defense could be utilized if his corporation was prosecuted?

a. Due diligence defense b. Corporate Crime Liability c. Rogue employee defense d. None of the above

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According to the Classical School, people are fundamentally _________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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