In Barker V

question 27

Multiple Choice

In Barker v.Wingo, the Court held that the right to a speedy trial

• A)was violated by a five year delay.
• B)is a relative, not an absolute, right.
• C)was an absolute constitutional mandate.
• D)is a right of the prosecution but not the defense.

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Definitions:

Syllogism

A form of deductive reasoning consisting of a major premise, a minor premise, and a conclusion.

Valid Syllogism

A form of deductive reasoning where, from two given or assumed propositions (premises), a logical conclusion is drawn.

Categorical

Unconditional; absolute; being without exception or qualification.

Distributed

Spread over a wide area or among a large number of people or entities.