Discusses the rights guaranteed to criminal defendants through the Sixth Amendment. In paragraph format, develop a response, which answers each of the following: 

(1) Describe the concepts of "presumption of Innocence" and "Burden of Proof." Cite a major case relating to this right and explain its legal significance. 

(2) Describe the right to a jury trial. Cite a major case relating to this right and explain its legal significance. 

(3) Describe the right to a public trial. Cite a major case relating to this right and explain its legal significance. 

(4) Describe the right to a speedy trial. Cite a major case relating to this right and explain its legal significance. 

(5) Describe the right to confrontation and cross-examination. Cite a major case relating to this right and explain its legal significance. 

(6) Explain the right to counsel. Cite a major case relating to this right and explain its legal significance.

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The Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees several rights to criminal defendants to ensure a fair trial process In this response we will address each of the following elements of ... View the full answer