Due process

Rules that are used in court to protect the rights of people who are accused of a crime. 



Word Structure

doo | PRAH-ses

Sentence Examples

We have the right to due process.

Due process follows the rules.

Due process protects liberty.

Semantic Relatives

Court

Fairness

Justice

Law

Legal

Rights



Textbook

Explore American Democracy Chapter 7 by Attainment

Deeper Dive

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