PPGC

What does the "right of privacy" protect?

• a) Freedom of speech

• b) Protection from unreasonable searches

• c) Protection from cruel punishment

• d) Right to own property

What is the main purpose of the "right to remain silent"?

• a) To prevent self-incrimination

• b) To ensure that the accused receives a fair trial

• c) To allow the accused to refuse bail

• d) To compel the accused to testify

Which of the following is NOT protected by the right to due process?

• a) Freedom of speech

• b) Right to a speedy trial

• c) Right to remain silent

• d) Right to counsel

Which action is considered an "ex post facto" law?

• a) A law that criminalizes actions done in the past

• b) A law that decreases the punishment for an offense

• c) A law that makes previously illegal actions legal

• d) A law that changes the procedural rules for a trial

The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus may be suspended only during:

• a) War

• b) National emergency

• c) Rebellion or invasion

• d) A public health crisis

Which of the following is NOT a right guaranteed to persons under investigation?

• a) Right to remain silent

• b) Right to competent counsel

• c) Right to a speedy trial

• d) Right to a fair investigation

What does the right against double jeopardy ensure?

• a) A person can be tried twice for the same crime

• b) A person cannot be convicted for a crime unless it is proven beyond a reasonable doubt

• c) A person cannot be tried for the same crime after being acquitted

• d) A person cannot be held indefinitely without trial

What does the right to a speedy trial ensure?

• a) The trial happens immediately after charges are filed

• b) The trial occurs without any delays and ensures a fair process

• c) The trial can only be delayed once

• d) The trial can only be delayed due to the absence of the judge

Which of the following is an example of a bill of attainder?

• a) A law imposing penalties after a trial

• b) A law that punishes a person without a trial

• c) A law changing a crime’s definition

• d) A law that increases punishment for a crime

What is the purpose of the "right to a speedy disposition of cases"?

• a) To ensure all cases are decided by a jury

• b) To guarantee prompt legal representation

• c) To prevent delays in all judicial, quasi-judicial, or administrative bodies

• d) To ensure immediate punishment after trial