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Criminal Justice and Law

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What is the fundamental principle underlying the investigation of suspects?

Presumption of guilt until proven innocent

Prosecutor's authority in declaring guilt

Investigator's discretion in determining guilt

Assumption of innocence until proven guilty (correct)

What is the key distinction between a suspect and a convicted individual?

The severity of the crime committed

The level of evidence against them

The investigator's opinion of their guilt

The verdict of a court trial (correct)

What is the primary purpose of adhering to the principle of 'innocent until proven guilty'?

To increase the likelihood of a conviction

To reduce the workload of the investigator

To protect the rights of the accused (correct)

To ensure the investigator's objectivity

What is the role of the court in determining a suspect's guilt or innocence?

To determine the suspect's guilt or innocence in accordance with the law Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the phrase 'in accordance with the law' in the context of investigating suspects?

It emphasizes the importance of following legal procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is likely to be the outcome if the prisoner is subjected to further maltreatment?

He will make a false confession to escape the suffering. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of pushing the prisoner's face into a toilet bowl full of human waste?

To humiliate the prisoner and break their spirit. Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of the prisoner's body no longer being able to endure the pain and indignities?

The prisoner's physical health is at risk of severe harm or death. Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely motivation behind the continued maltreatment of the prisoner?

To obtain a confession at any cost. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the prisoner's face being covered with a rag?

To disorient the prisoner and increase their sense of vulnerability. Signup and view all the answers

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Torture Methods

Prisoner was subjected to maltreatment and physical abuse
Face was covered with a rag and forced into a toilet bowl filled with human waste
Physical torture and indignities led to prisoner's physical and emotional breakdown
Prisoner's body could no longer endure the pain and suffering inflicted upon him

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This quiz covers the fundamental principles of criminal justice, including the concept of presumption of innocence and the importance of a fair trial.