Identify the constitutional protections that are afforded to those accused of crimes in the United States.
What will be an ideal response?
The Constitution and the Bill of Rights provide a number of rights for the accused. Article I, Section 9 of the Constitution assures a right of trial by jury and guaranteed a writ of habeas corpus to know the nature of the arrest and ensure the accused is not held for a long time without charges being filed. The Fourth Amendment provides protection against unlawful search and seizure by government. The Fifth Amendment provides protection against self-incrimination. The Sixth Amendment assures the accused of the right to legal counsel.
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A. Planning B. Zoning C. The subdivision process D. The regulation process
During the constitutional convention of 1875, "retrenchment and reform" was the motto adopted by
A) the Texas Rangers. B) the Frontiersman. C) the Grange. D) the Patrons of Texas. E) the Barbarians.
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