Legal rights afforded to the accused
Discuss the following questions, explaining your answers in detail by analyzing the facts presented and other factors you consider relevant; defining and explaining key legal terms and principles; and citing legal authority (your text and other legal authority) to support your conclusions in a 2-3 page paper.
1. Since John was in custody, what are the procedural steps the police were required to take once John began to incriminate himself?
2. What procedural steps must the officers perform following John’s arrest and interview at the police station?
3. The court could choose either a preliminary hearing or a grand jury proceeding to establish probable cause for the felony charges in this case. Compare and contrast the two procedures.
4. Identify what issues the judge would take into consideration when setting bond for John.
5. Explain what an arraignment is and what occurs during an arraignment.