What modern notion of justice can trace its roots to early Roman law?
A. Those accused of a crime deserve a trial before a jury of their peers.
B. All law should be based on natural law.
C. Human beings should not be subjected to cruel or unusual punishments.
D. If an accused person cannot afford an attorney, a public defender will be provided.
E. A person charged with a crime should be considered innocent until proven guilty.
Answer: A
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