Constitutional Criminal Procedure
/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəl ˈkrɪmɪnl prəˈsiːdʒər/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law and legal rules governing the procedural rights of individuals in criminal prosecutions under a constitution, particularly concerning due process, fair trial, and protection from unlawful governmental action.
Constitutional criminal procedure ensures suspects are informed of their rights during arrest and trial.
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- constitutional criminal procedure
- constitutional criminal procedures
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Commentary
Typically studied as a subset of constitutional law, it focuses on safeguarding fundamental rights in the criminal justice process.
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