"In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence."
Regardless of the crime at hand, the person has the right to a "speedy trial" and an attorney if the accused person wishes. Along with these rights, the accused also gets a chance to see who is accusing them.
I like the figurative interpretation of this image. In the popular game of Monopoly the "Get Out Of Jail, Free" cards and other similar freebies are a reoccuring component of the game. From a more literal perspective, the 6th amendment is like this "Get Out Of Jail, Free" card because our rights to an attorney, and speedy trial protect unlawful instinances, and potential criminals as well as protect the innocent.
6th Amendment Rhapsody
(Because I think poorly sung songs about the amendments are hilarious)
This lively portrayal of the 6th amendment, is both amusing and accurate. Sung to the classic "Bohemian Rhapsody," the lyrics show us how the 6th amendment protects the innocent, but also gives the accused a fair chance. I especially enjoy the line from the video, "I'm just a poor boy...I need a lawyer." The recreation is funny, but appropriate for the context of the amendment.
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