Which of the following describes the purpose of the Texas Penal Code?
a. It regulates the conduct of Texas citizens by categorizing crimes and providing punishments.
b. It outlines the rights secured in due process.
c. It defines what is considered cruel and unusual punishment.
d. It provides the detailed stipulations included in the exclusionary rule.
Question 2
Tom, a small-time burglar, is accused of illegally growing marijuana in his house. He claims that cops broke into his house and seized the marijuana without sufficient cause or a search warrant.
These cops present the seized marijuana as evidence at the trial. Which of the following rights held by Tom were ignored in this case?
a. voir dire
b. nolo contendere
c. plea bargain rights
d. exclusionary rule
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