Review of Constitutional Rights and Legal Concepts

Flashcards covering key concepts and legal terms related to constitutional rights and legal procedures.

What does the 5th Amendment protect against in terms of criminal charges?

No person can be put in jeopardy of life or limb twice for the same crime.

What is the purpose of a warrant according to the 4th Amendment?

The police have no general right to search for evidence or seize unless they have a proper warrant or probable cause.

What is express conduct regarding flag burning?

Burning the American flag as an act of political protest is considered expressive conduct protected by the 1st Amendment.

What is meant by 'reasonable suspicion'?

A reasonable suspicion of crime to protect citizens' rights and ensure a reasonable arrest or search.

What do the 5th and 14th Amendments ensure regarding suspects?

Suspects are ensured to know their rights before any questioning occurs.

What is the standard for wiretapping according to the lecture notes?

A warrant is needed to wiretap.

What does the term 'bias' refer to in the context of legal trials?

Bias refers to unfairness in the judicial process.

What constitutes a grand jury's formal complaint?

A formal complaint before a grand jury that charges the accused with one or more crimes.

What are the constitutional guarantees for individuals against government actions?

Protection of individuals' opinions and property from arbitrary acts of government.

What does it mean to levy war against the United States?

It is the betrayal of one's country by levying war against the United States or offering comfort to its enemies.

What is the death penalty?

A legislative act that inflicts punishment without a court trial.

What are the implications of the exclusionary rule?

Evidence gained as a result of an illegal act by police cannot be used against the person from whom it was seized.

Define 'freedom of religion' as per the 1st Amendment.

Guarantees the freedom of belief to practice or not.

What does it mean to associate with others for social causes?

The right to associate with others to promote social causes.

What describes the crime of attempting to overthrow the government?

The crime of attempting to overthrow the government by force or to disrupt its lawful activities by violent acts.

How is the term 'malicious' defined regarding spoken words?

The false malicious use of spoken words.