CLEAN : Knox faces extradition if found guilty

CLEAN : Knox faces extradition if found guilty

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Law, Social Studies, History

11th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the legal intricacies of court presence, extradition, and sentencing, particularly in the context of Amanda Knox's case. It highlights the bilateral agreements between Italy and the USA, the appeal process, and the potential timeline for legal proceedings. The video also delves into the legal arguments surrounding DNA evidence and its validity in court, emphasizing the defense's strategy in challenging the scientific research involved.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Under what condition must an individual be physically present in court?

When electing domicile with a lawyer

When providing live evidence and being cross-examined

When attending a retrial

When signing legal documents

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the minimum sentence required for extradition between Italy and the USA?

One year

Five years

Thirty years

Ten years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can't the United States object to the extradition of a USA citizen to Italy?

Because Italy has a death penalty

Because the USA citizen is not guilty

Because of the bilateral international agreement

Because the USA has no jurisdiction

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long is the appeal process expected to take before a potential extradition?

Several weeks

Two years

One year

A few months

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the legal arguments in Amanda Knox's defense?

The timeline of the appeal process

The bilateral agreements between countries

The presence of a death penalty in Italy

The validity of DNA and scientific research