Civil Rights and Liberties Flashcards
1
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What are civil liberties?
A
They provide basic rights and freedoms. They protect people from other people and the government.
2
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What are civil rights?
A
Prevent discrimination based on age, gender, belief in religion, sexual orientation, and race.
3
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What is Habeas Corpus?
A
Physical evidence to prove they did the crime.
4
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What is Selective Incorporation?
A
Process by which different protections in the Bill of Rights were incorporated or applied to the states using the 14th Amendment.
5
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Describe the 14th Amendment?
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Guarantees the people’s protection under the law.
6
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What is the exercise clause?
A
Protects citizens right to believe and to practice any religion.
7
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What is the exclusionary rule?
A
Courts ability to exclude evidence obtained in violation of the 4th Amendment.
