Exploring Our Nation: Rights Of The Accused In America
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesThe rights extended to individuals accused of a crime can be found in the Fourth-Eighth Amendments of the Constitution. These rights include the parameters of how, when, and why law enforcement can conduct a search of a person or property. They also establish what is probable cause and reasonable suspicion. The Constitution also addresses Miranda rights, protection against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, the right to a trial by jury, and due process of law. These amendments also guarantee against excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment. Part of the Exploring Our Nation Series.
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Runtime: 16 minutes 39 seconds
- Topic: History, Social Science
- Subtopic: Government, Law, U.S. History (General)
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2016
- Producer/Distributor: Mazzarella Media
- Series: Exploring Our Nation
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