9/13 Business Law Aim: Explain the rights of the accused? p. 78 # 24 Case, Parties, Summary, Decision, Rule of Law
“WHAT’S YOUR VERDICT” P. 71
Main objective of gov’t Protect individuals from the powers of the government. Better to give too much liberty than to give the government too much power
Rights of the accused: 1. Persons accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
2. Probable cause – a reasonable ground for the belief. Protection from unreasonable search and seizures.
3. Fair procedure when conducting an investigation.
4. Represented by a lawyer.
5. Guilt “Beyond a reasonable doubt”
6. Right to have a trial by jury.
7. Criminal defendants may not be compelled to testify against themselves.
Responsibilities A person who aids another in the crime is also guilty. Compounding a crime. Vicarious liability
Application: p. 77 # 18