Asked by Aaron Silver on Jul 18, 2024

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Which of the following is true regarding the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution?

A) It is part of the Bill of Rights.
B) Its safeguards apply only at the federal level.
C) It extends most constitutional rights to defendants at the state level.
D) It is a part of the Bill of Rights,its protections apply at the federal level,and its protections also apply at the state level.
E) It is not a part of the Bill of Rights,and its protections apply only at the federal level.

Fourteenth Amendment

An amendment to the United States Constitution that grants citizenship to anyone born or naturalized in the U.S. and guarantees all citizens equal protection under the laws.

Bill Of Rights

The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, guaranteeing essential rights and liberties to the American people.

State Level

Pertaining to the jurisdiction or activities that are governed at the state rather than federal level in the United States.

  • Recognize the constitutional protections afforded to individuals under the United States Constitution, particularly amendments that impact criminal cases.
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Geraldine ArcillaJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution extends most constitutional rights to defendants at the state level.