Shelby was recently found not guilty of strong arm robbery when a jury trial ruled in her favor.Moments after the ruling came down,Shelby looked at the jury and said,"I did it and now I am free.Thank you." The jurors were shocked and wanted to change their verdict but could only stare as Shelby laughed on her way out of the courtroom.Shelby presented her case at a public trial,a right granted to her by the

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The Sixth Amendment grants the right to a public trial, which Shelby exercised by presenting her case in a public trial. The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, the Fifth Amendment guarantees protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and the Eighth Amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment. None of these amendments are relevant to Shelby's statement or her right to a public trial.

Shelby Was Recently Found Not Guilty of Strong Arm Robbery