Which of the following statements is true?

A. The Constitution of the United States does not guarantee a right to appeal; however, if a state provides for appeal by right, then all defendants have a constitutional right to appeal.
B. The Constitution of the United States guarantees at least one appeal in state criminal cases.
C. The Constitution of the United States guarantees appeals in all states and to all appellate courts, whether appeal is by right or discretionary.
D. The Constitution of the United States does not guarantee appeals in state criminal cases.


Answer: A

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