Defendants can appeal their convictions on constitutional grounds. Which of the following is NOT one of the constitutional grounds described in your textbook?
A. improper questioning of the defendant by the police
B. incompetent assistance of counsel
C. freedom of speech and public assembly
D. identification of the defendant through a defective police lineup
Answer: C
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