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Alan has been arrested on the charge of trespassing. His attorney is trying to get bail for him. However, the court has imposed an excessively high bail on Alan. Which amendment in the Bill of Rights have the court authorities violated in this situation?

A. Second Amendment
B. Fourth Amendment
C. Fifth Amendment
D. Sixth Amendment
E. Eighth Amendment

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answer:

E. Eighth Amendment

Step-by-step explanation:

The Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution prohibits the federal government from imposing excessive bail, excessive fines, or cruel and unusual punishments.

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Answer:

the 8th

Step-by-step explanation:

its in the constution

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