The Jones family lives in Washington, DC, and has a booming methamphetamine business out of their house. One night a tree falls on their home, exposing their operation to the fire department, which reports the lab to the police. Mr. Jones requests that a jury be present to hear this case. At the trial, Mr. Jones's private attorney fails to show up. Because the judge has a busy schedule, he moves forward without the attorney present. What is wrong with what the judge has done?
A. He put his own schedule ahead of the schedule of the criminal defense attorney.
B. He violated Mr. Jones's Sixth Amendment rights.
C. He has shown bias toward the prosecution.
D. He has shown bias toward the defense.
Answer: B
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