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Everything You Need To Know About Your Sixth Amendment Rights
The Sixth Amendment lays out your rights to a fair trial and legal representation. Does it still protect you after a conviction? Read more.
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Do You Have The Right To A Lawyer On Appeal?
The Sixth Amendment protects your right to a lawyer on appeal, but that right only extends so far. Then, you’re on your own.
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What Is A Public Defender?
Public defenders are a key part of the criminal justice system and our Sixth Amendment right to counsel. Learn more here.
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What Can You Do If You Think Your Judge Has A Bias?
You have the right to a fair trial under the Sixth Amendment. This includes the right to a fair judge who does not have a bias against you.
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Do You Have A Right to Represent Yourself At Trial?
You have the right to a lawyer under the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, but you can also represent yourself at trial.
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Can You Choose Your Court-Appointed Lawyer?
Under the Sixth Amendment, you have the right to a lawyer, but, in most cases, you don’t get to choose who your court-appointed lawyer is.
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What Rights Do You Have During an Arrest?
During and after an arrest, you do have rights. These rights are mostly protected by the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Amendments.
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Explainer: Your Public Defender Isn’t Responding. Why?
If your public defender isn’t responding to you, you need to be patient. But you also need to assert your rights.
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Explainer: What is Jail Mail?
While every facility’s rules are different, this article provides a good overview of what “jail mail” rules usually look like.
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Can You Depose Witnesses In A Criminal Case?
You can depose witnesses in a criminal case, but it is not as common as it is in civil cases and often requires judge approval.
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