Justice, Ethics, and the Courts · Justice and Ethics

Due Process and the Rights of the Accused

Analyzing the 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendments within the criminal justice system.

Key Questions

  1. 1What rights are in tension when police investigate a crime?
  2. 2How do we ensure a just trial for those without financial resources?
  3. 3What would a just bail system look like?

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Civ.12.9-12C3: D2.Civ.13.9-12
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: Civics & Government
Unit: Justice, Ethics, and the Courts
Period: Justice and Ethics

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