What Is a Fundamental Right That Accused Persons Have in the Canadian

question 85

Multiple Choice

What is a fundamental right that accused persons have in the Canadian legal system?

• A)the presumption of innocence
• B)the right to change a plea
• C)the right to select trial by judge and jury
• D)the right to plead guilty or not guilty

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