Question

Read this excerpt from a constitutional amendment:In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial . . . to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation . . . and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence. What does this amendment prevent the U.S. government from doing?

A.Allowing convicted criminals to escape punishment for their crimes

B.Differentiating between civil and criminal cases in federal court

C.Interfering with states' right to control their own legal systems

D.Unfairly prosecuting citizens accused of committing crimes

Answer 1

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D.Unfairly prosecuting citizens accused of committing crimes

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This amendment prevents the U.S. government from unfairly prosecuting citizens accused of committing crimes. It does so by establishing several rights for the accused, including the right to a speedy and public trial, the right to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation, and the right to have the assistance of counsel for their defense. These rights ensure that the government cannot simply accuse and punish citizens without giving them a fair trial and the opportunity to defend themselves.