Michelle was recently arrested. She was not informed of her rights, assigned a public defender, or allowed to confront her witnesses. She has decided to sue the state.

Question

Question
Use the passage to answer the question.
Which amendments could Michelle cite in a federal court that would help her case? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses

1st
1st

2nd
2nd

6th
6th

10th
10th

14th

Answer 1

In Michelle's case, she could cite the following amendments in a federal court:

• 6th Amendment: This amendment guarantees the rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public defender, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to a fair trial.

• 14th Amendment: This amendment includes the Due Process Clause, which protects individuals from being deprived of their rights without legal proceedings that comply with the law.

The 1st, 2nd, and 10th amendments are not particularly relevant to the issues raised in Michelle's situation regarding her arrest and trial rights.

So, the correct selections are:

• 6th
• 14th