Review the Nix v. Williams case and respond to the following: do you feel that the United States Supreme Court made the correct assumption in stating that the searchers probably would have found the deceased girl’s body, even without the information provided by Williams? If the United States Supreme Court had ruled that the subsequent […]
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What role does politics play in Supreme Court appointments and confirmation proceedings?
The Founding Fathers wanted the courts to be protected from politics. In what ways was the judiciary designed to limit the role of politics? Are the courts completely immune from politics in their work? Why or why not? What role does politics play in Supreme Court appointments and confirmation proceedings? Should there be term limits […]
What are some of the consequences if this type of evidence is used during a trial?
Discuss why it is illegal to use false or perjured evidence in an attempt to obtain a criminal conviction. What are some of the consequences if this type of evidence is used during a trial? Discuss a case where the Supreme Court made a decision on the illegal use of false or perjured evidence. Provide […]
Can you think of any principles which need to be added? If so, why?
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that there are four guiding principles that should be used when determining whether a juror has been properly excused for cause in capital cases. What are those four principles? Do you think any of the principles should be eliminated? Can you think of any principles which need to be […]
Describe the information that must be considered during the decision-making process.
Wk 4 – Summative Assessment: Institutional Corrections and Community Criminal justice professionals are faced with ethical decisions every day, and the impact of these decisions can change a justice-served individual’s life for years to come. In this summative assessment, you explore the ethical dilemmas that occur when children commit violent crimes, as well as the […]
What was the reasoning used by the Supreme Court to reach its decision-How did it reach its decision?
Research the details about the case (answer the 5 research questions: Who, What, When, Where and Why). Introduction: 1. Identify the name of the case and when it was heard before the Supreme Court of the United States. 2. Identify the parties involved in the case. 3. Briefly describe the focus of the case. B. […]
Explain why freedom of speech of the first amendment of the constitution is the most important basic freedom and why?
Why Freedom Of Speech Is So Important In 600-800 words, five paragraph essay, discuss the following questions. Explain why freedom of speech of the first amendment of the constitution is the most important basic freedom and why? You must use at least one supreme court case to support your position
Describe how the outcomes of these cases affect emergency services organizations.
Legal components of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 As the chief of University City Fire Rescue, you are tasked with ensuring that legal components of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 for employees are protected at all times. Construct a research paper that examines the components of harassment under Title VII. Your paper should […]
Between 1820, the time of the Missouri Compromise, and 1860, was slavery in the United States becoming weaker or stronger?
Between 1820, the time of the Missouri Compromise, and 1860, was slavery in the United States becoming weaker or stronger? Answer the question by considering economic developments, congressional action, as well as Supreme Court decisions. Be sure to provide specific evidence for your argument.
Is the death penalty actually justice-Does it achieve the intended goal of punishment?
You are required to respond to your peers, per the posting requirements for this course. The Death Penalty has been a topic of hot debate for decades now, and within the last 15 years the Supreme Court has issues opinions on whether the death penalty is a viable punishment for juvenile offenders . Put differently, […]
