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

Use the passage to answer the question.

Which amendments could Michelle cite in a federal court that would help her case? Select the two correct answers.

(1 point)
Responses

1st

1st

2nd

2nd

6th

6th

10th

10th

14th

14th

19th

Answer 1

Michelle could cite the following amendments in a federal court to help her case:

1. 6th Amendment - This amendment guarantees rights related to criminal prosecutions, including the right to a public defender, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to a fair trial.

2. 14th Amendment - The 14th Amendment addresses due process and equal protection under the law, which may be relevant if Michelle argues that her rights were violated by the state in the arrest and legal process.

So, the correct answers are 6th and 14th Amendments.