the amendment that ensures the defendant has the right to an attorney is the ____________ amendment.
- The fourth clause directs that the defendant has the right to confront and cross-examine, or challenge the witnesses against him or her. This is to ensure that the judge, jury, and public at large may evaluate the accuracy of the testimony made in open court. The final clause of the Sixth Amendment states that the accused has the right to be represented by an attorney. In essence, the Sixth Amendment ensures the accused is presumed to be innocent, and that the prosecution cannot establish guilt without being challenged.