How does the right to a speedy trial differ from the statute of limitations?

What will be an ideal response?


The Sixth Amendment provides that a defendant will receive a speedy trial, but the
Constitution does not define what time frame constitutes a speedy trial. The statute of limitations is the length of time between the discovery of the crime and the arrest of the defendant.

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A(n) ________ is a formal written document, sent to the opposing party, that communicates what the first party is seeking in terms of a divorce settlement.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A supervisor may relieve a subordinate from duty when he/she believes that employee's continued presence is dangerous to him/herself.

a. True b. False

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The philosophy of juvenile corrections places a higher premium on _______

a. rehabilitation and punishment b. prevention and punishment c. rehabilitation and prevention d. punishment only

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Convicts who break states crimes usually go to ______ prison.

What will be an ideal response?

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