If a criminal prosecution has commenced (formal charges have been filed) a defendant has Sixth Amendment right to an attorney at every
a. contact with government officials.
b. contact with victims or witnesses.
c. critical stage.
d. step of the investigation.
c
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Title 42 of the United States Code, Section 1983 deals with procedural remedies rather than substantial remedies
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1.John always adjusts the rearview mirror before backing out of his driveway. John’s actions can be introduced as character evidence. 2.Witnesses testified that on 2 previous occasions, they heard Bob threaten to harm the neighbors’ dog. This evidence can be introduced at Gary’s trial for killing the dog as circumstantial evidence that Bob killed the dog. 3.Gary is on trial for raping Mary. Gary’s attorney intends to offer into evidence his past sexual activity with the victim as evidence of Mary’s consent. Under the federal rape shield law, Gary’s attorney’s efforts to get this information into evidence will be successful. 4.The rape shield laws may at times conflict with the defendant’s constitutional right to confront his or her accusers.
The office of the prosecutor is part of the __________ branch of government.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
There are ___ U.S. Supreme Court justices
a. 7 b. 9 c. 10 d. 12