Michelle could cite the following amendments in a federal court to support her case:
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Sixth Amendment: This amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial, which includes the right to counsel (the right to have legal assistance, including a public defender), the right to confront witnesses, and the right to be informed of the charges.
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Fifth Amendment: This amendment provides the right to due process. If Michelle was not informed of her rights, this could be a violation of her due process rights.
Depending on the specifics of her case, she may also argue violations under the Fourteenth Amendment, which incorporates the rights from the Bill of Rights and extends them to state actions, ensuring that states also provide due process and equal protection under the law.
Overall, the strongest amendments for her case in federal court would be the Fifth Amendment and the Sixth Amendment, along with potential references to the Fourteenth Amendment.