Exploring Amendments 4, 5, 6, & 8: Rights and Justice

What does the Fourth Amendment protect against?

• Excessive fines

• Unreasonable searches and seizures

• Double jeopardy

• Self-incrimination

What is required for police to obtain a search warrant?

• A grand jury indictment

• Evidence of a misdemeanor

• Probable cause

• Permission from the suspect

What does an indictment by a grand jury signify?

• The suspect is innocent

• The trial can proceed

• The suspect is guilty

• The charges are dropped

What does 'double jeopardy' prevent?

• Denial of a speedy trial

• Unlawful search and seizure

• Excessive bail

• Being tried twice for the same crime

What must happen before the police question a suspect?

• The suspect must be indicted

• The suspect must be informed of their rights

• A lawyer must be present

• Probable cause must be established

Which amendment discusses the right to a public and speedy trial?

• Sixth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

What does the Sixth Amendment guarantee regarding the jury?

• The jury must be impartial

• The jury must be from the local community

• The jury must consist of 12 members

• The jury must reach a unanimous verdict

What happens if a defendant cannot afford an attorney?

• The trial is postponed

• They must represent themselves

• The state provides an attorney

• The charges are dismissed

What is prohibited under the Eighth Amendment?

• Unreasonable searches

• Cruel and unusual punishment

• Self-incrimination

• Public trials

What is considered 'cruel and unusual punishment'?

• Life imprisonment for shoplifting

• A fine for jaywalking

• Community service for vandalism

• Probation for a first-time offense