The Bill Of Rights Scenarios

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    Someone informed the police that Nicky was selling illegal drugs. Nicky  was living with his mother. The police officers decided to investigate the matter by going to Nicky's grandmother's home searching illegal drugs.  The grandmother tried to prevent the police from entering into her home. Furthermore, the cops did not have a search warrant.  The cops forced their way into the home, and sure enough, some illegal substances were discovered in the sofa of living room.Which amendment would become an issue in the court system?

    • First Amendment
    • Second Amendment
    • Third Amendment
    • Fourth Amendment
    • Fifth Amendment
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    Rob was accused of robbing a pawnshop. The cops arrested him within two days after the incident. Since he was unemployed and had no job, he could not afford a lawyer to prove his innocence. He claimed the cops falsely arrested because he was at home when the crime occurred. A storeowner claimed Rob was the man who committed the criminal act.  Rob cannot afford a lawyer to prove his innocence.Which Amendment will help Rob in this situation?

    • Second Amendment

    • Third Amendment

    • Fourth Amendment

    • Sixth Amendment

    • Tenth Amendment

    Correct Answer
    A. Sixth Amendment
    Explanation
    The Sixth Amendment will help Rob in this situation. The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial and provides several important protections for the accused, including the right to legal counsel. Since Rob cannot afford a lawyer to prove his innocence, the Sixth Amendment would ensure that he is provided with legal representation to defend himself against the charges.

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    Which Amendment is related to Shiela's right to refuse to testify (speak) or not to testify?

    • First Amendment

    • Third Amendment

    • Fifth Amendment

    • Seventh Amendment

    • Ninth Amendment

    Correct Answer
    A. Fifth Amendment
    Explanation
    The Fifth Amendment is related to Shiela's right to refuse to testify or not to testify. This amendment provides individuals with the right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves in a criminal case. It protects against self-incrimination and ensures due process of law.

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    Did the cops act professionally in this situation?  Why?

  • 5. 

    Should the drugs be used as evidence against Nicky or his grandmother for this upcoming court case?  Explain

  • 6. 

    Shiela's husband is charged for being a spy from Russia.  Shiela refused to testify against her husband at his trial.  The reason for her refusal was to avoid releasing evidence to the court that would convict her husband of the alleged crime.  However, she is receiving pressure from the prosecution to take the witness stand, and testify against her husband against her will.Does Shiela have the right  to refuse to testify (speak) against her husband in this court case? Why?

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