Plead the Fifth: A Look at the Fifth Amendment

Tolli, Jenna

 
9781538343029: Plead the Fifth: A Look at the Fifth Amendment

Synopsis

The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is a very significant part of the Bill of Rights and the American justice system. In criminal cases, the Fifth Amendment guarantees the right to a grand jury, forbids double jeopardy, necessitates due process of law, and protects against self-incrimination. The Fifth Amendment ensures that Americans benefit from a balanced and accountable justice system. Through this book, readers learn the essential reasons for the creation of the Fifth Amendment and explore the provisions of the amendment through historical examples.

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9781538343005: Plead the Fifth: A Look at the Fifth Amendment

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ISBN 10 :  1538343002 ISBN 13 :  9781538343005
Editeur : PowerKids Press, 2018
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