Rights of the Accused Formative

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Which of the following situations is the best example of the rule of law?

A mayor ignores traffic laws because she is an elected official.

A judge makes a decision based only on personal opinions instead of written laws.

A wealthy business owner pays money to avoid going to court.

A police officer arrests a close friend for stealing because the law applies to everyone equally.

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Due Process

Double Jeopardy

Rule of Law

Exclusionary Rule

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Right to affordable bail

Right to privacy while awaiting trial

Right to speak freely in their defense

Right to the aid of an attorney