22. which amendment to the constitution might the u. s. supreme court have relied on when it struck down the death penalty for minors? a. first amendment b. fifth amendment c. eighth amendment d. ninth amendment

The Eighth Amendment was relied on because it it is the amendment that protects everyone against cruel punishments.

The amendment in the constitution that the Supreme Court may have relied on when it struck down the death penalty for minors would be the Eighth Amendment. The Eight Amendment states that "Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted." Ensuring that C is the correct answer. (Feel free to vote me brainiest, im trying to rank up) (also feel free to ask any other question)