CFE – Law — Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a right of the accused under the United Nations' (UN) International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)?

Answer options

• A. Right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty
• B. Freedom from arbitrary arrests
• C. Right of the accused to be informed of criminal charges
• D. Right to a trial by jury

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as the ICCPR does not explicitly guarantee the right to a trial by jury; it allows for trial by a competent tribunal. Options A, B, and C are all rights explicitly protected under the ICCPR, ensuring the accused are treated fairly and justly in legal proceedings.