Prior to the Mid-1990s, There Was No Harmless Error and Nearly

question 8

True/False

Prior to the mid-1990s, there was no harmless error and nearly any mistake, especially a violation of a defendant's constitutional rights, was considered serious or prejudicial even if it did not affect the outcome of the trial.

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Definitions:

Utilitarians

A group of philosophers who believe that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, often defined as the well-being of the greatest number of people.

Liberals

A political ideology emphasizing the importance of individual liberties, democracy, and supporting social and economic interventions to promote social justice.

Libertarians

Individuals who advocate for minimal government intervention in the personal and economic lives of citizens.

Progressive Tax

A tax system in which the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, thus higher income earners pay a larger percentage of their income in taxes.