Civic & Political Institutions HS.C.CP.4

How does the judicial system uphold equality before the law?

• The judicial system allows discretionary treatment of alleged criminals based on judicial precedent as well as legal status.

• The judicial system ensures that all individuals are treated equally under the law, regardless of their status.

How does the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment ensure equality before the law?

• The Equal Protection Clause ensures equality before the law by requiring that individuals in similar circumstances be treated equally, prohibiting discrimination.
• The Equal Protection Clause only applies to federal laws, not state laws. The Equal Protection Clause allows for unequal treatment based on circumstances.

How does judicial precedence ensure equality before the law?

• Judicial precedence allows judges to make arbitrary decisions without regard to previous cases.
• Judicial precedence ensures equality before the law by applying consistent legal standards to similar cases.

How does the 6th Amendment ensure equality before the law?

• The 6th Amendment allows for indefinite detention before the trial so the defense can prepare their legal case.

• The 6th Amendment ensures equality before the law by guaranteeing the right to a fair trial for all individuals.

How does the judicial system uphold the principle of due process?

• The judicial system upholds due process by guaranteeing parole hearings for all crimes.

• The judicial system upholds due process by ensuring fair trials and protecting individual rights.

How does procedural due process ensure equality before the law?

• Procedural due process provides fair legal procedures such as requiring search warrants, providing Miranda rights, the right to counsel, etc.

• Procedural due process prioritizes the rights of the government over individual rights by requiring the accused individual to prove his or her innocence.

How does the judicial system uphold civil liberties?

• The judicial system primarily focuses on criminal cases and ignores civil liberties which are interpreted through Congressional hearings.

• The judicial system upholds civil liberties by interpreting laws, ensuring due process, and protecting individual rights against government infringement.

How does judicial review help uphold our inalienable rights?

• Judicial Review allows the government to create laws that can override individual rights in the name of national security.

• Judicial Review ensures that laws and government actions comply with the Constitution, protecting individuals from violations.