The practice of "fact finding" by judges during trials violates the ______.
A) Fourth Amendment
B) Sixth Amendment
C) Eighth Amendment
D) Tenth Amendment

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The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial, which includes the right for the accused to confront witnesses against them and to have assistance for their defense. Judges engaging in "fact finding" could potentially violate this right by assuming a role that biases the trial's outcome, undermining the impartiality required in judicial proceedings.

The Practice of "Fact Finding" by Judges During Trials Violates