Behind the Investigation with Atlanta News First
Published on Dec 27, 2023, 9:00:00 PM
Total time: 00:21:30
The Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to an attorney if you’re accused of a crime and a speedy trial. But Georgia and the nation are experiencing a shortage of public defenders and a backlog of cases creating a crisis. Atlanta News First Investigates’ Emmy award-winning series, The Sixth, sheds light on its impact on the criminal justice system, people accused of crimes and victims waiting for justice.