Question

For the following scenario, provide the Amendment # that the scenario refers to, and cite the specific text (or words) of the Amendment that supports or disputes the action:
Jackie was arrested by the police as she was coming out of work. When she asked what charges she was being arrested under the police refused to tell her, and when she requested a lawyer, the police simply laughed at her and told her they were all too busy for her.

Answer 1

Answer:

Amendment # 6 which is 'Right to a Speedy and Public Trial '

Explanation:

Here, the action taken by the police is unconstitutional to say the least. The Amendment relevant to this scenario is Amendment # 6 which is 'Right to a Speedy and Public Trial'. Also, the specific text that can be used to dispute or to counter this action under Amendment # 6 is: “In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense”.  In this scenario, Jackie was not informed regarding the accusation for which she was being charged and arrested nor she was provided with the means or assistance to request a lawyer.