Death Penalty and Inmate Rights

The video discusses chapter 15, focusing on legal issues related to inmate rights and the death penalty. It covers historical changes in inmate rights, the concept of cruel and unusual punishment, and the legal framework of the death penalty, including bifurcated trials and moratoriums. The video also explores arguments for and against the death penalty, considering perspectives of deterrence, retribution, incapacitation, and cost.

What is the main theme of the movie 'Just Mercy' as discussed in the video?

• Environmental issues

• Legal issues and the death penalty

• Economic inequality

• Technological advancements

Before 1964, how were inmates viewed in terms of rights?

• As individuals with limited rights

• As slaves of the state with no rights

• As citizens with full rights

• As free individuals

What change occurred in 1964 regarding inmates' rights?

• Inmates were granted full voting rights

• Inmates were allowed to own property

• Inmates were given the right to privacy

• The hands-off doctrine was lifted

What was the 'prison loaf' case about?

• A case about the lack of recreational facilities in prisons

• A lawsuit about the quality of prison uniforms

• A case about inhumane food constituting cruel and unusual punishment

• A new type of bread introduced in prisons

What does a bifurcated trial in death penalty cases involve?

• A trial without a jury

• Two separate juries for guilt and sentencing

• Two phases: guilt determination and sentencing

• A single phase trial for all cases

As of 2013, how many states allowed the death penalty?

• 35 states

• 25 states

• 45 states

• 50 states

What is the most common method of execution in the U.S.?

• Hanging

• Firing squad

• Gas chamber

• Lethal injection

Which state has executed the most people since 1977?

• California

• Texas

• Florida

• New York

What is one argument in favor of the death penalty?

• It serves as a deterrent to crime

• It is less expensive than imprisonment

• It is more humane than life imprisonment

• It is a form of rehabilitation

What potential issue is associated with the death penalty?

• It is the most cost-effective punishment

• Innocent people may be executed

• It is always applied fairly

• There is no chance of error