The Fifth Amendment protection against self-incrimination does not apply to every type of evidence. Which of the following would be a situation that would be covered by the constitutional protection against self-incrimination?

A. Prior to arrest, the accused is asked to provide a handwriting sample.
B. During interrogation, the accused is asked questions about the crime, but is given the opportunity to remain silent.
C. After arrest, the accused is asked to provide a saliva sample.
D. On the stand and under oath, the accused is asked directly if they committed the crime.


D. On the stand and under oath, the accused is asked directly if they committed the crime.

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