Which of the Following Features Is Unique to Criminal Trials

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following features is unique to criminal trials and different from those of civil trials?

• A) The right to a speedy and public trial
• B) Unanimous agreement on the verdict by the jury
• C) A presumption of the defendant's innocence
• D) A higher standard of proof
• E) All of these choices are correct.

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