People who believe the death penalty is unconstitutional are most likely to cite which amendment in the bill of rights to support their case? a. sixth b. ninth c. eighth d. seventh

The correct answer is C) Eighth.

People who believe the death penalty is unconstitutional are most likely to cite the 8th amendment in the Bill of Rights to support their case.

The 8th Amendment to the United States Constitution literally says "Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel an unusual punishment inflicted." That is why people opposed to the death penalty is against it. They say that the federal government should not impose harsh penalties on people that committed crimes. They argue that this was the reason for the 8th amendment.