Bill of Rights

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defendant

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a person who is required to defend himself or herself in a legal action.

Front

Putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime

Back

double jeopardy

Front

The concept that the government must follow clear rules and act reasonably as it carries out the law.

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due process

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self-incrimination

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giving testimony that can be used against oneself

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an order from a judge that authorizes police or other officials to take a certain action, such as searching someone’s property

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warrant

Front

civil cases

Back

disputes between people or businesses

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criminal case

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a case accusing a person of breaking a law

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jury

Back

a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a court case based on the evidence presented

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money or property given to the court to hold until an accused person appears at trial.

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bail

Front

payment given to someone to offset, or make up for, a loss or injury

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compensation