Question

If a Florida citizen is arrested for stealing money, which protection in the Declaration of Rights might be the best one to refer to for keeping the accused out of jail before trial?
A) Double Jeopardy
B) Imprisonment for Debt
C) Excessive Punishments
D) Pretrial Release and Detention

Answer 1

D) Pretrial Release and Detention.

Answer 2

The correct answer is D) Pretrial Release and Detention.

If a Florida citizen is arrested for stealing money, the protection in the Declaration of Rights that might be the best one to refer to for keeping the accused out of jail before trial is Pretrial Release and Detention.

A person can be released from jail under Pretrial Release while the criminal case is pending. The defendant pays a bond to leave jail. The person pays and agrees to be present to declare in court. The payment could be in cash or check. Some states accept credit car.