Explain the meaning of the right to a speedy trial and how this right may be violated.
What will be an ideal response?
The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right of a criminal defendant to a speedy trial; however, there is no set time for a speedy trial. This right is more often violated than not, as tactics used by defense attorneys, including pretrial motions, complex plea negotiations, and delay tactics during trial delay this right. In addition, the inefficiencies of the court, including frequent granting of continuances, poor scheduling procedures, and abuse of time by court personnel have caused delays. These reasons for delays in criminal cases have resulted in a serious and constitutional issue. The American Bar Association's Standards Relating to a Speedy Trial says that congestion, especially in urban centers, is one of the major problems of judicial administration. These delays conflict with the Sixth Amendment's guarantee.
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a. Expo facto b. Day c. Seasonal d. Crime rate
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a. It is ancient (no one can remember its beginning) b. It is intermittent (it may be abandoned or interrupted but always returns) c. It is compulsory (it is not obeyed at option) d. It is consistent (one custom cannot contradict another)
What is the purpose of the "return" on a warrant?
a. make sure that all documents are returned to the court file b. document requests for warrants that were rejected c. document how many attempts were made before successfully executing the warrant d. provide a record of when the warrant was served and what evidence was seized
Which of the following best describes female offenders?
A) Disproportionately white B) Married mothers of minor children C) Most likely to have been convicted of a property crime D) Survivor of physical or sexual abuse as children