Lydia's Legal Dilemma: The 5th Amendment Violation
Lydia's Fatal Decision
Lydia made a bad decision one night and decided to rob a bank. In the process, the bank manager had a heart attack, died on the scene, and Lydia was charged with murder. The judge immediately declared Lydia guilty of murder without looking at the evidence or without providing a jury.
The Violated Amendment
What amendment might Lydia argue was violated?
Lydia was charged with murder without being provided with a jury or evidence. Which amendment might Lydia argue was violated in this case? Answer: the 5th amendment Explanation: The 5th amendment states that no person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury.