Appealing to a Higher Authority or a Neutral Third Party

question 42

True/False

Appealing to a higher authority or a neutral third party is an effective method for resolving conflicts.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Rights

A group of rights that have been recognized by the Supreme Court as requiring a high degree of protection from government encroachment. These rights are specifically identified in the Constitution, especially in the Bill of Rights, or have been found under due process.

Takings Clause

The Fifth Amendment states that “private property [shall not] be taken for public use, without just compensation.” This clause has been incorporated within the Fourteenth Amendment due process, so it also applies to the states.

Fifth Amendment

is an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that provides several protections for people accused of crimes, including protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and ensures due process.

Article V

Depending on context, this could refer to various legal or constitutional provisions, but generally involves rules for amendment or alteration of a document or organization's governing principles.