A Suspect's Rights

What does the 5th Amendment protect individuals from during a criminal case?

• Being deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law

• Being forced to testify against themselves

• Being denied a speedy and public trial

• Being denied the right to confront witnesses

According to the 6th Amendment, what right does an accused person have in a criminal prosecution?

• The right to remain silent

• The right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury

• The right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures

• The right to not be tried twice for the same offense

Under what condition can a police officer arrest a suspect for a misdemeanor without witnessing the crime?

• If the suspect has an outstanding warrant

• If the suspect is a minor

• If the suspect is in a public place

• If the suspect is carrying a weapon

What must a police officer establish to arrest a suspect for a felony?

• Reasonable suspicion

• Probable cause

• A witness statement

• A confession

What right does a suspect have immediately after being arrested?

• The right to a trial by jury

• The right to remain silent

• The right to a public defender

• The right to a phone call

What is the role of the prosecutor in negotiating a lighter sentence?

• The prosecutor can guarantee a lighter sentence

• The prosecutor can negotiate a lighter sentence

• The prosecutor can deny the right to a lawyer

• The prosecutor can set bail amounts

What is bail?

• A fine paid for committing a crime

• An amount paid to ensure court appearance

• A fee for legal representation

• A penalty for missing a court date

What right does a defendant have concerning witnesses at their trial?

• The right to avoid witnesses

• The right to confront and question witnesses

• The right to choose their witnesses

• The right to dismiss witnesses

What is presumed about a defendant until proven otherwise?

• Guilty

• Innocent

• Neutral

• Responsible

What must a suspect do concerning their identity when interacting with police?

• Provide a full confession

• Establish their identity

• Sign all documents

• Answer all questions