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The Principle of the Right to a Speedy Trial
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What is the primary purpose of the right to a speedy trial?
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To ensure that the accused is not held in jail for an unreasonable amount of time.
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The right to a speedy trial is designed to protect the accused from being held in jail for an unreasonable amount of time before trial. This right is guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.