University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Leo Frank Trial
The Ballad of Mary Phagan was sung in support of executing Leo Frank, but was he truly guilty of killing young Mary Phagan? What effect did anti-Semitism have on the trial? Discern for yourself the fairness of this trial after examining...
Thomson Reuters
Find Law: Annotation 2: Fifth Amendment
This resource explains the phrase "double jeopardy," including a look at its development through history.
Lectric Law Library
Lectric Law Library: Due Process Mini Outline
This page provides an extensive, annotated outline of the concept of "due process". This would be an excellent starting point for research.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: How Federal Grand Juries Work
An overview of the procedures of Grand juries and the history behind them is given in this article on NPR. A great glossary of Grand jury terms is provided along with a link to download the Federal Grand Jury handbook.
Lectric Law Library
The 'Lectric Law Library: Sixth Amendment
The "Lectric Law Library's definition and explanation of the amendment, including the "impartial jury" phrase.
iCivics
I Civics: In Re Gault (1967)
This mini-lesson covers the basics of the Supreme Court's decision that said juvenile offenders have a right to due process. Students learn about 14th Amendment due process, fairness, and the specific rights afforded juveniles in the...