Continuous enforcement refers to the ongoing and consistent protection of Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination. It ensures that individuals are consistently aware of their rights and that those rights are respected by law enforcement agencies.
Related terms
Incorporation Doctrine: This term refers to the process through which certain provisions of the Bill of Rights (such as the Fifth Amendment) are applied to state governments through the Fourteenth Amendment.
Exclusionary Rule: This rule prohibits evidence obtained in violation of an individual's constitutional rights (including self-incrimination) from being used in court.
Due Process Clause: This clause, found in both the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments, guarantees that individuals cannot be deprived of life, liberty, or property without fair legal procedures.