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NguyenJ

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The death penalty may be used for an offender convicted of felony murder if the person:
 
  a. was present at the time of the crime and shows no remorse
  b. played a major role in the crime and displayed reckless indifference to the value of human life.
  c. pulled the trigger
  d. knew about the crime before it was committed and didn't tell anyone

Question 2

In using deterrence as the justification for excluding valid evidence, the Court weighs:
 
  a. the evidence of guilt against the nature of the constitutional violation.
  b. the social costs against the deterrent effect.
  c. the honesty of the courts.
  d. the fact that there is no right without a remedy.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

b





 

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