Which Statement Concerning Safeguards for Vulnerable Suspects Is TRUE

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning safeguards for vulnerable suspects is TRUE?

• A) Specific protections for youths are outlined under the Coerced Confessions Reform Act.
• B) Youths can waive their rights to safeguards in interviews but only in video or written form.
• C) There is one uniform youth waiver document used in Canada.
• D) After appeals in the case of R. v. L.T.H., the acquittal was overturned as his statements were ruled admissible.

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