The Ultimate Source of American Criminal Procedure Law Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

The ultimate source of American criminal procedure law is:

• A)the U.S. Constitution.
• B)the federal rules of criminal procedure.
• C)the state constitutions.
• D)state court opinions.

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Definitions:

Partial Assignment

The transfer of a portion of one’s interest in a contract, deed, or benefit to another party.

Assignment of Rights

The transfer of rights held by one party to another party.

Contract

A pact among two or more parties that holds legal force and is binding.

Duty

An obligation or responsibility imposed by law, moral guidelines, or codes of conduct that requires a person or entity to act or refrain from acting in a certain way.