Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Appellate

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the appellate process?

• A)The accused is given a new trial in front of the appellate court.
• B)The accused is given the option of a new trial in front of a different court.
• C)The appellate court determines if there were any errors made at the trial.
• D)The appellate court determines whether errors at trial adversely affected the fairness of the trial process or the accused's constitutional rights.

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Definitions:

Cultural Standards

The norms and values that a specific group of people consider to be acceptable and important.

Legally Insane

A legal term describing a person who is unable to understand the nature of their actions or distinguish right from wrong due to mental illness at the time of committing a crime.

Self-destructive

Behaviors or actions that cause harm or potential harm to oneself.

Distressed

Experiencing anxiety, sorrow, or pain.