Which right is protected under due process?

Due process is a constitutional guarantee that involves the protection of individuals against arbitrary denial of life, liberty, or property. It ensures that all legal proceedings will be fair and that individuals will receive notice and an opportunity to be heard. Among the choices provided, the right to privacy and a fair investigation is most closely linked to due process rights. This protection implies that individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy in various contexts, including educational settings, and that any investigations into their behavior or circumstances must be conducted fairly.

While free speech in school, the right to participate in sports, and the right to annual teacher evaluations are also important rights, they do not directly involve the specific procedural protections that due process guarantees. Free speech rights have their own framework for protection, usually under First Amendment considerations. The right to participate in sports is often regulated by school policies and associations rather than due process. Annual teacher evaluations, while important, are typically governed by specific educational policies and performance standards rather than directly tied to due process protections.