The Seventh and Eight Amendment: Rights of the Accused

The video tutorial explains the Bill of Rights, focusing on the Seventh and Eighth Amendments. The Seventh Amendment ensures a jury trial in federal civil cases, while the Eighth Amendment addresses issues like excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual punishment. The video discusses the historical context, changes over time, and ongoing debates, particularly around capital punishment and prisoner treatment.

What is the significance of the Eighth Amendment regarding bail?

What constitutes cruel and unusual punishment according to the Eighth Amendment?