Question

How has the Supreme Court interpreted the 6th Amendment guarantee of a speedy trial?

It is based on the type of crime.
It should be 50 days between the arrest and the beginning of a trial.
It is different in each case.
It should be 25 days between the arrest and the beginning of a trial.

Answer 1

The answer is B: It is different in each case.

Answer 2

While trials can not be unduly delayed solely to harm the accused, it can take up to 50 days to ensure the presence of absent or reluctant witnesses or other practical considerations.

The correct answer is: 50 days must elapse between the arrest and the start of a trial.