The U.S. Constitution establishes that an accused person is presumed to be innocent, until he or she is proven guilty. This part of the Constitution is often called the “due process” clause. Explain two ways in which due process is observed to protect the rights of the accused.
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Answer 1
The Sixth Amendment (Amendment VI) to the U.S. Constitution is the part of the Bill of Rights, which sets forth rights related to criminal prosecutions.
Answer 2
The Sixth Amendment (Amendment VI) to the U.S. Constitution is the part of the Bill of Rights, which sets forth rights related to criminal prosecutions. The Supreme Court has applied the protections of this amendment to the states through the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.
