Question

When accused of a crime, what does a person have a right to be informed of​

Answer 1

Answer:

They have the right to be informed of... their rights.

Explanation:

For the long answer, when a person is accused of a crime, they must be told the following:

1) You have the right to remain silent, and that whatever you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.

2) You have the right to meet with your lawyer. If you do not have the funds to obtain a lawyer, the state will provide a state lawyer to represent you in a court of law.

3) You have the right to a impartial jury.

4) You have the right to be informed of who you are accused by.

5) You have the right to know what evidences will be used against you.

Answer 2

(1) For the defendant to be able to defend himself or herself against specific charges and (2) For the court to know if there is enough evidence to convict the defendant.