Due Process of Law: Crash Course Government and Politics

The video explores the concept of due process in the U.S. legal system, focusing on the Fifth and Sixth Amendments. It explains the 14th Amendment's role in applying due process to state governments and distinguishes between substantive and procedural due process. The video details protections like the right to a grand jury, protection against double jeopardy, and the right to an attorney. It also covers the Miranda case, emphasizing the importance of knowing one's rights during legal proceedings.

What are the key rights guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment?

What is the significance of the Miranda case in relation to due process rights?

Why is it important to have procedural protections in the legal system?