What Is the Primary Function of the Fourth Amendment

question 38

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of the Fourth Amendment?

• A) to protect the rights of citizens to keep and bear arms
• B) to grant someone the right not to incriminate themselves
• C) to guarantee protections from unlawful investigation
• D) to prohibit the use of cruel and unusual punishment

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