Which of the Following Are Considered Critical Stages in a Criminal

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are considered critical stages in a criminal proceeding?
I. All lineup proceedings
II. First Appearance
III. Preliminary hearing
IV. Lineup after formal charges

• A) I, II, III, IV
• B) III, IV
• C) IV
• D) II, III

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Definitions:

Bilateral Contract

An agreement where each of the two parties makes a promise or set of promises to the other, creating mutual obligations.

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a party from withdrawing a promise made to another party if the latter has relied on that promise to their detriment.

Stock Option

A financial instrument granting the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell a stock at an agreed-upon price within a certain period.

Detrimental Reliance

A legal principle where a party suffers harm by relying on a misleading statement or promise of another.