Which of the following is an example of a procedural restraint that protects our civil liberties?

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The procedural restraint of "innocent until proven guilty" protects our civil liberties by ensuring that individuals are not punished without due process and evidence of their wrongdoing. It is a cornerstone principle of our criminal justice system.

Choice B is an example of a substantive restraint, as it prohibits the government from taking a certain action (establishing a religion), rather than outlining a specific process that must be followed.

Choice C is also an example of a substantive restraint, as it limits the government's power to quarter troops in private homes without consent, rather than outlining a specific process that must be followed.

Choice D is an example of a formal amendment to the Constitution, rather than a restraint on government power.

Choice E is an example of a substantive restraint, as it prohibits the government from taking a certain action (banning guns), rather than outlining a specific process that must be followed.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Procedural