Question

The following passage was taken from the Magna Carta, which was issued by King John of England in 1215.

No free man shall be seized or imprisoned, or stripped of his rights or possessions, or outlawed or exiled, or deprived of his standing in any way, nor will we proceed with force against him, or send others to do so, except by the lawful judgment of his equals or by the law of the land.
In what way is this idea from the Magna Carta reflected in the modern government of the United States?

A citizens are afforded due process
B citizens have the right to protest
C citizens will not face cruel or unusual punishment
D citizens convicted of felonies may not vote

Answer 1

A — It parallels the right to due process (trial by jury and lawful procedures) protected by the U.S. Constitution (e.g., Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments).