The sixth amendment lists a number of rights that are designed to provide accused persons with fair trials. It first begins with the right to "a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury." This means that people cannot be held in jail for long periods of time before being judged by a trial. Then it states that the witnesses should be testified while their memory is still fresh in their minds. In addition, all trials must be held in public.

VI Amendment

Also, an accused person has the right to be judged by a jury of people who live in his or her area. Before a trial, the prosecutor must tell the accused person the charge, time of the incident, place, and the supposed crime. A defendant has the right to hear and question all witness who testify at trial. Lastly, a defendant has the right to an attorney to facilitate in his or her defense. If the suspect can not afford assistance, the court will accommodate one. This Amendment was endorsed on December 15, 1791.