The police arrest Lou,who confesses to a crime.Later,Lou refutes the confession and demands a trial,at which witnesses testify they saw him commit the crime.Lou is convicted and sentenced.The U.S.Constitution provides safeguards against all of the following except

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The U.S. Constitution provides safeguards against deprivations of life or liberty without due process (A), ensures the right to question witnesses (B), and protects against self-incrimination (D). However, it does not provide a safeguard against punishment itself, as long as the punishment is lawful and follows due process.

The Police Arrest Lou,who Confesses to a Crime