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RYAN BANYAN

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What is the level of certainty/proof that is that is required for a guilty verdict in a criminal case?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Under Miranda v. Arizona (1966 ) police must stop questioning a suspect who had properly waived her right to silence when the suspects invokes ___________________ _________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt  This is the level of certainty required for a guilty verdict in a criminal case. A juror voting for a guilty verdict must believe that no reasonable person could doubt the guilt of the accused.

Answer to Question 2

her right to silence OR counsel



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