Amendments: Due Process and the Right to Privacy
James Wright
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Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers the 14th Amendment, focusing on the Due Process and Right to Privacy clauses. It explains Procedural Due Process, its requirements, and practical applications. Incorporation, applying the Bill of Rights to states, is discussed alongside Substantive Due Process and its role in protecting fundamental rights. Landmark Supreme Court cases like Griswold v. Connecticut, Roe v. Wade, and Dobbs v. Jackson are reviewed. The guide concludes with key takeaways and exam tips.
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#The 14th Amendment: Your Foundation 🏛️
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Due Process Clause
- The 14th Amendment's Due Process Clause is our starting point: "No state shall deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law."
- This clause is the backbone for many of our rights, ensuring fairness in legal proceedings and protecting against arbitrary government actions.
- It's not just about criminal justice; it also impacts many areas of our lives.
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Right to Privacy
- The Constitution doesn't explicitly mention a "right to privacy," but it's been inferred from several provisions, notably the Due Process Clause.
- Think of it as a shield protecting your personal decisions and autonomy.
- This right is the basis for many landmark cases we'll discuss.
#Procedural Due Process: Fairness in Action ⚖️
#What it Means
- Procedural Due Process ensures the government follows fair procedures when taking away your life, liberty, or property.
- It's about how the government acts, not just what it does.
- Think of it as a set of rules to keep the government in check.
#Key Requirements
- Notice: You must be informed of the charges against you.
- Opportunity to be Heard: You have the right to defend yourself.
- Impartiality: Government actions must be fair and unbiased.
- Reliable Evidence: Decisions must be based on sound evidence.
- Fair Hearing: You're entitled to a fair hearing before an impartial decision-maker.
#In Practice
- Criminal Trials: Right to counsel, confront witnesses, and a fair jury.
- Administrative Proceedings: Opportunity to participate, provide evidence, and cross-examine witnesses.
#Incorporation: Applying the Bill of Rights to States 🛡️
#What is Incorporation?
- Before incorporation, the Bill of Rights only applied to the federal...
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