Asked by Markees Drain on May 31, 2024

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List, by constitutional amendment, the constitutional rights of a criminal defendant.

Constitutional Rights

The rights guaranteed to the citizens by the constitution, protecting them from governmental infringement.

Criminal Defendant

An individual or entity accused of committing a criminal act and facing legal proceedings in a court of law.

  • Acquire knowledge on the constitutional amendments regarding procedures in criminal cases and the entitlements of defendants.
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Faith HouserJun 01, 2024
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The constitutional rights of a person accused of a crime, as stated in the amendments to the
Constitution, are as follows:
• The Fourth Amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures and requires a showing of probable cause before a search or an arrest warrant may be issued.
• The Fifth Amendment requires due process of law.
• The Fifth Amendment prohibits double jeopardy (trying someone twice for the same crime).
• The Fifth Amendment guarantees that no one shall be compelled to give testimony against him- or herself in a criminal case, which is also called the privilege against compulsory self- incrimination.
• The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial, a trial by jury, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to a lawyer at various stages in some proceedings.
• The Eighth Amendment prohibits excessive bail and fines and cruel and unusual punishment.