constitutional rights

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The deal includes language that the use of the models will be consistent with civil liberties, constitutional rights and applicable law, the source said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

But Carvajal-Muñoz’s attorneys are testing a legal theory that circumvents these roadblocks by suing officers under state law for violations of his constitutional rights.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Balat and Kayumi both waived their constitutional rights to remain silent after their arrest, according to court documents.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Prosecutors fired back, saying a court filing that "even if the defendants' constitutional rights were violated -- which they were not -- dismissal of the indictment would be far too drastic a remedy."

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Supreme Court ruled unanimously that segregation of the nation’s public schools violated the constitutional rights of black students—a landmark decision that would affect race relations across America.

From "Because They Marched" by Russell Freedman