Asked by MICHELLE POPOVSKI on Jun 14, 2024
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A jury trial in criminal cases is guaranteed by which constitutional amendment?
A) The Fifth Amendment
B) The Fourth Amendment
C) The Sixth Amendment
D) The Tenth Amendment
Constitutional Amendment
A formal change or addition proposed or made to a constitution, altering its provisions or principles.
Jury Trial
A legal proceeding in which a jury makes a decision or findings of fact, which then directs the actions of a judge.
- Understand the constitutional amendments related to criminal procedures and defendants' rights.
Verified Answer
XB
Xenia ByramjiJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The Sixth Amendment guarantees the rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public trial without unnecessary delay, the right to a lawyer, the right to an impartial jury, and the right to know who your accusers are and the nature of the charges and evidence against you.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the constitutional amendments related to criminal procedures and defendants' rights.
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