constitution of the united states
- n the constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states
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- Happy Birthday Constitution! Americans Still Don't Get You
Just 225 years ago today, New Hampshire ratified the Constitution of the United States. In doing so, the total number of ratifying states rose to nine, which made the document the law of the land. (Yes, we know, "Constitution Day," is generally accepted to be September 17, the date on which the Constitutional Convention delegates signed off on the final document before sending to the states.)
June 21, 2013 - National Journal via Yahoo! News - A Good Defense: Public defenders system gives citizens assistance of counsel
The Constitution of the United States guarantees citizens rights to the assistance of counsel in criminal proceedings, even if one cannot afford to hire an attorney.
June 21, 2013 - Canon City Daily Record