due process of law

"[Alan Dershowitz] . . . makes an argument for free speech, due process, and restraint against the often overeager impulse to completely cancel individuals and institutions at the ever-changing whims of social media-driven crowds"--OCLC.

"Trace[s] the evolution of due process from the early 20th century to the present, covering the impact of these rights on the American legal system and society"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the rights given to American citizens by the 6th Amendment.

"The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is a very significant part of the Bill of Rights and the American justice system. In criminal cases, the Fifth Amendment guarantees the right to a grand jury, forbids double jeopardy, necessitates due process of law, and protects against self-incrimination. The Fifth Amendment ensures that Americans benefit from a balanced and accountable justice system. Through this book, readers learn the essential reasons for the creation of the Fifth Amendment and explore the provisions of the amendment through historical examples"--Provided by publisher.

"Not only is the right to trial by jury outlined in the Constitution, it's also the focus of the Sixth and Seventh Amendments. Why was trial by jury so important to America's founders? How have juries changed since the 18th century? Why are jury trials becoming rarer? This book provides the answers with evidence from historic documents and events. . . Main text and sidebars interpret the amendments, dissect relevant Supreme Court decisions, and follow the history of American juries"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the history and meaning of the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution and explores modern interpretations of the rights of the accused in criminal cases.

Account of Clarence Earl Gideon who in 1962 was tried in Supreme Court without a lawyer because he could not afford one and how his case has changed the law of the United States.

A comprehensive look at how the legal system can go wrong.

Discusses the rights given to American citizens by the 6th Amendment.

The Fifth Amendment is one of the more complex and far-reaching amendments to the U.S. Constitution, so this book begins by breaking down each clause one by one, explaining the legalese in uncomplicated language, thus allowing the reader to reach a full understanding of due process. It then systemically describes the impact of the Fifth Amendment clause by clause, using Supreme Court cases as real-world examples. Sidebars highlight the amendment in action and delve into some of the finer points. This book includes rich resource sections that allow for further exploration.