What constitutional principle requires that similarly situated people be treated similarly by government? a. Eminent domain. b. Free speech. c. Due process. d. Equal protection.

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Ibrahim Saunders

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28 August, 18:53

What constitutional principle requires that similarly situated people be treated similarly by government? a. Eminent domain. b. Free speech. c. Due process. d. Equal protection.

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D. Equal protection

Explanation:

This treatment was guaranteed by the 14th amendment of the United States constitution, specifically under the Equal Protection clause.

This clause statement that the government shall not impose different treatment to citizens, regardless of their Race, Gender, Eternities, or religion. This give the right for the defendants who can prove that they've been mistreated by the court to sue the state where the trial was being held.