Scenario: A state legislature passes a law that provides different levels of financial assistance for public school students, based solely on the neighborhood in which they live. Parents from less affluent neighborhoods argue that this law creates an unfair disparity in educational funding and denies their children equal protection under the law. Which amendment supports the parents’ claim?

What constitutional right did the Supreme Court base its decision on in Roe v. Wade, which established a woman’s right to choose to have an abortion?

Scenario: During a police interrogation, a suspect is pressured to provide details about their alleged involvement in a crime. The officers threaten harsher charges if the suspect does not cooperate. The suspect refuses, arguing that they cannot be forced to incriminate themselves. Which amendment protects the suspect in this situation?

Scenario: A group of protesters gathers at a public park to demonstrate against a new law they consider unfair, which affects their rights to access certain public services. They have obtained all the required permits and followed the necessary procedures to ensure their protest is lawful. The group plans speeches and has notified the media of their intention to protest peacefully. However, on the day of the protest, local authorities suddenly declare the demonstration illegal, citing potential unrest and unspecified concerns about public safety. Law enforcement arrives on the scene, using loudspeakers to order the protesters to disperse immediately. When the protesters refuse, arguing that they have the right to peacefully assemble, they are arrested and fined for unlawful assembly. What constitutional protection should the protesters invoke to challenge their arrest?

Scenario: A police officer observes an individual walking in a neighborhood late at night. Without any reasonable suspicion or probable cause, the officer stops the individual and demands to search their bag. Despite the individual’s protest that they are not doing anything illegal, the officer insists on the search and finds illegal substances inside the bag. The officer arrests the individual and charges them with possession of illegal drugs. During the trial, the individual argues that the search was unlawful, as the officer had no probable cause or warrant to conduct the search. The prosecution claims that the search was justified based on the circumstances of the individual being in the area late at night. Which amendment could the individual cite in challenging the arrest?

Scenario: A woman attempts to register to vote in a national election but is denied solely on the basis of her gender. She challenges this decision in court, arguing that it is a violation of her constitutional rights. The local election office insists that voting rights for women are not explicitly recognized in the Constitution, but the woman contends that an amendment specifically grants her the right to vote. Which amendment supports her claim that she cannot be denied the right to vote based on her gender?

What important principle regarding jury selection was established by Hernandez v. Texas? A. Jury members must be of the same ethnicity as the defendant.

Which of the following are current Practice Analysis 8 (PA8) domains (choose the correct 5 domains):

There are several behaviors that, if practiced, will limit the risk of a potential lawsuit when practicing as an Athletic Trainer.  Identify at least 3 of these behaviors that were listed in your text and explain how these behaviors can reduce your risk of litigation as a future AT.

If a patient cannot assist with a cart-to-table transfer: