Rights of the Accused

Practice Questions

AP US Government › Rights of the Accused

Questions
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1

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you . . .” This \[now somewhat famous\] warning comes from the result in Miranda v. Arizona, but which constitutional amendment forms the basis for this “Miranda” warning?

2

The Supreme Court Case Gregg v. Georgia (1976) established what government action as constitutional under certain strict requirements?

3

The Right to an Attorney is found under which Amendment?

4

Which Amendment prohibits excessive bail?

5

Select the one right granted to defendants that is NOT included in the Constitution.

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