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In 1969 supreme court broadened the protections afforded political speech?

In 1969, the Supreme Court ruled that the government could not make laws that punished people for using inflammatory speech, however, this does not include speech that incites what is referred to as imminent lawless action. The case was Brandenburg v. Ohio.


Should a 52 year-old man who has eluded justice for so many years enjoy protections normally afforded juvenile defendants simply because he was 15 when he committed the crime?

I think the essential question is at the age of 52 he needs to prove how he has conducted his life as an adult. Mistakes are made by people at 15, but if they continue on the path of crime they need to face the consequences of their actions. On the other hand if the mistake at 15 is the only one and they have contributed to society and lived a good life they need to face a fine or do community service to makeup for the past. There are consequences for all of our actions in life and so it is here.


What amendment does not allow one to self incriminate themselves?

That is one of the protections afforded in the 5th Amendment to the US Constitution; == No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.


What is the term for spilt of authority among the three branches of government?

Balance of powersThe Framers of the Constitution, following John Locke and Edmund Burke, late 17th century political philosophers, sought to curtail governmental tyranny.Montesquieu, a French political philosopher, proffered to split the powers of the government into executive, legislative and judicial. John Madison, among others, was impressed by these thoughts of diffusing the power of government to maximize the liberties of humankind.Thus the Constructional Convention accepted this idea. In addition, to further the diffusion of governmental power, it gave unenumerated powers to the States.


Why do states have different numbers in the house of representative?

Representatives in the House of Representatives reflect population in each state. This is why California has the most seats, because they have the highest population. Conversely, the senate only awards 2 senate seats for each state, so it can be argued that this is unfair because then states like wyoming are afforded the same amount of political power as a state like California which reflects a much larger portion of the population.

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In 1969 supreme court broadened the protections afforded political speech?

In 1969, the Supreme Court ruled that the government could not make laws that punished people for using inflammatory speech, however, this does not include speech that incites what is referred to as imminent lawless action. The case was Brandenburg v. Ohio.


What type of captivity provides protections afforded by the Geneva conventions?

constrained


What type of captivity environment provides protections afforded by the Geneva coventions?

Constrained


What are the protections afforded fourteenth amendment?

It contains the "due process", "equal protection" and "citizenship" clauses.


What legal protections are afforded to individuals based on their membership in a protected class under the creed?

Individuals who belong to a protected class based on their creed are afforded legal protections against discrimination in areas such as employment, housing, and public accommodations. These protections are outlined in laws such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Fair Housing Act, which prohibit discrimination based on creed or religion.


What are the common legal rights and protections afforded to minor minors in the United States?

Common legal rights and protections afforded to minors in the United States include the right to education, protection from abuse and neglect, access to healthcare, and the right to a safe and healthy environment. Minors also have the right to legal representation in certain situations and protection from discrimination based on their age.


What are the bad things about an apartment rental lease?

With a lease, there are some legal protections that are afforded to the rentor. Without a lease, you may be forced to move at a moment's notice and be without a place to live.


What benefits and protections are officers afforded from police unions?

The benefits of police unions are the support it provides officers and their families. If officers are injured or killed these unions help support the families with things they may need.


What did the equal rights amendment ban discrimination based on?

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) sought to ban discrimination based on sex or gender. Its goal was to ensure that women are afforded the same legal rights and protections as men.


Why would people move from Iran to Australia?

For study and work.Many Iranians also seek the political and personal freedoms afforded to them in Australia which they do not have in Iran.


Do you believe that the rights of some American citizens are not sufficiently protected today?

Yes, Americans are afforded many protections, and they aren't really jeopardized. The only time an American citizen may have their rights infringed upon is in cases on national security.


What is the past of afford?

The past tense of "afford" is "afforded."