If a Defendant Is Found Not Guilty in a Criminal

question 54

Multiple Choice

If a defendant is found not guilty in a criminal case,the government is

• A)not entitled to appeal the verdict.
• B)entitled to appeal the verdict only if it files a writ of habeas corpus.
• C)entitled to appeal the verdict only if it files an amicus curiae brief.
• D)entitled to appeal the verdict only if the case raises an important constitutional question.

---

Definitions:

Vaginal Sphincter

The muscle surrounding the vaginal opening, which helps in controlling the passage of fluids and, during childbirth, expands to allow for the baby's passage.

Anal Canal

The final segment of the digestive tract through which feces are expelled from the body.

Pelvic Floor

A group of muscles and ligaments in the pelvic region that supports the organs of the pelvis, including the bladder, intestines, and uterus in women.

Linea Alba

The linea alba is a fibrous structure that runs down the midline of the abdomen, connecting the left and right abdominal muscles.