Which of the statements best describes the rights of individuals stated in the Constitution under the protection of habeas corpus? (1 point)

Question

• A punishment will not be implemented without a trial.
• A jury trial is required for individuals who have been arrested or accused.
• A law cannot be made to punish crimes retroactively or increase punishments.
• An individual who has been arrested has the right to be brought before a judge.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes the rights of individuals under the protection of habeas corpus is:

• An individual who has been arrested has the right to be brought before a judge.

Habeas corpus is a legal principle that protects individuals from unlawful detention and allows them to seek relief from imprisonment by being brought before a court or judge.