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Question 1

Under the Vermont Constitution, which branch has the power to grant pardons?

Accepted Answer

The Governor

Answer

The Vermont Constitution vests the pardoning power in the Governor.

Question 2

The Vermont Constitution's Common Benefits Clause is analogous to which federal constitutional provision?

Accepted Answer

The Equal Protection Clause

Answer

Vermont's Common Benefits Clause (Chapter I, Article 7) serves a function similar to the federal Equal Protection Clause.

Question 3

Under the First Amendment as applied to Vermont, which level of scrutiny applies to content-neutral time, place, and manner restrictions on speech?

Accepted Answer

Intermediate scrutiny

Answer

Content-neutral time, place, and manner restrictions on speech are reviewed under intermediate scrutiny.

Question 4

Which doctrine prohibits states from discriminating against interstate commerce under the Dormant Commerce Clause?

Accepted Answer

Non-discrimination principle

Answer

The Dormant Commerce Clause's non-discrimination principle bars states from imposing laws that discriminate against out-of-state commerce.

Question 5

Under the Fourth Amendment, which standard must police satisfy to obtain a search warrant?

Accepted Answer

Probable cause

Answer

The Fourth Amendment requires probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, for the issuance of a search warrant.

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