Under What Circumstances Can Criminal Statutes Be Challenged as Violations

question 11

Short Answer

Under what circumstances can criminal statutes be challenged as violations of the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment?

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Definitions:

Reflexive Smiling

An involuntary smile, often occurring in infants, that does not necessarily express happiness or response to social interactions.

Social

Relating to society or its organization; includes social interactions, structure, and function within human groups.

Internal-Based

Predominantly influenced or determined by internal factors or processes.

Reflexive Smile

A smile that does not occur in response to external stimuli. It happens during the month after birth, usually during sleep.