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=6C1= =Sixth Amendment=


 * Essential Question: How do the issues which prompted the creation of the amendments compare with the issues they are applied to today? **

1.Q: Why was the sixth amendment created? A: The sixth amendment was created to protect the basic rights of the accused. Their protection was needed. It gives protection for everyone in the court in a trial. Link: http://libertyfirstfl.org/2013/06/why-do-we-have-the-sixth-amendment/v (Luke)

2.Q: When and where was the sixth amendment created? A: The sixth amendment was created on September 25, 1789 but, not ratified then. It was created in New York City. Link: http://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/amendments/amendment-vi (Luke)

3. Q: How does the sixth amendment benefit the accused? A: The accused get a lawyer who will help them win the trail. They will get a fair jury who willll make a fair decision for the accused. The accused have the privilege to know who their accuser is if they wish to. They have the right to a speedy trial so they can be freed or jailed sooner and don't have to wait for the decision. Link: http://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/sixth_amendment (Luke)

4. Q: What does the sixth amendment include? A: The sixth amendment includes the right to have a criminal defendant and the right to a lawyer. It also includes the right to trail without unnecessary delay, the right to a fair jury and the right to know the criminal's accuser. The accused also get to know the level of how bad the accusation and charges are and the evidence held against them. Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sixth_Amendment_to_the_United_States_Constitution (Luke)

5. Q: Who designed the structure of the sixth amendment? A: The founding fathers designed the structure of the sixth amendment. James Madison led in the design of the structure which helped build the actual amendment. Link: http://constitution.laws.com/6th-amendment (Luke) (James Madison)

6.Q: What powers do the sixth amendment give? A: The sixth amendment gives powers to all American citizens. For example all ci tizens has the right to a speedy and public trial. This means that you can't be on trial for a reasonable amount of time. A public trial is one that is open to the public, so anyone can come. All Americans on trial have an impartial jury which is someone who can say the verdict. In addition, everyone is allowed to be confronted with the witness against him/her. Everyone is also entitled to have an assistance of council. (Adriana)

7.Q:How long did it take for congress to ratify the sixth amendment? A:The process of the sixth amendment being ratified took two years. The sixth amendment was ratified on December 15, 1791. This amendment was passed by congress on September 25, 1789. In conclusion, these are very important days that were include din the ratification of the sixth amendment. (Adriana) 8. Q: What is the right to a speedy and fair trial? A: The right to a speedy trial means that any criminal has a reasonable time in jail bore trial begins. It can also mean that you have a reasonable amount of time on trial. A fair trial is a process in which is fair and certain to all. This prevents the government from using too much of their power. It is also a cornerstone to our society. (Adriana) 9. Q:Does everyone get the right to the sixth amendment? A: Everyone gets the right to the sixth amendment under all circumstances. It doesn't matter if your appearance is not the best, or you are poor, the law states that everyone is entitle to the sixth amendment if you live in America. (Adriana) 10.Q: Who does the sixth amendment affect the most? A: The sixth amendment affects most people. It mostly affects the criminal or the person that is being tried against. This is because it makes sure that criminal has a fair and speedy trial. (Adriana)

Research focus questions: 1) 2) Q: What impact did your amendment have on society at that time? A: The sixth amendment changed the way law enforcement worked. It gave the accused more rights which benefits many United States Citizens.