Criminal Process

Question 1

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Answer 1

First Amendment

Question 2

Secure against unreasonable searches and seizures, no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Answer 2

Fourth Amendment

Question 3

Same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled to be a witness against himself, due process

Answer 3

Fifth Amendment

Question 4

Assistance of Counsel for his defense

Answer 4

Assistance of Counsel for his defense

Question 5

Nor shall any State deprive and person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within is jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws

Answer 5

Fourteenth Amendment

Question 6

Three components of the criminal justice system?

Answer 6

Law Enforcement

Courts (prosecution)

Corrections

Question 7

What are the major goals of the criminal justice system?

Answer 7

• Guarantee due process and equal justice;
• Reduce crime, fear of crime, and public disorder;
• Protection of life and property;
• Enforcement of laws;
• Improve the quality of life