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Key Content Terms
Term | Definition |
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Bill of Rights | a formal listing of the basic rights of U.S. citizens; first ten amendments of the constitution |
defendant | a person who is required to defend himself or herself in a legal action. An example is an accused person who is put on trial for a crime. |
double jeopardy | putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime |
due process | the concept that the government must follow clear rules and act reasonably as it carries out the law |
self-incrimination | giving testimony that can be used against oneself |
warrant | an order from a judge that authorizes police or other officials to take a certain action, such as searching someone’s property |