The 6th amendment's guarantee of a speedy and public trial is aimed at responses preventing jurors from being unduly influenced by public opinion. preventing jurors from being unduly influenced by public opinion. eliminating overcrowded dockets in the nation's criminal courts. eliminating overcrowded dockets in the nation's criminal courts. deterring potential criminals by fear of swift and certain punishment. deterring potential criminals by fear of swift and certain punishment. trying those accused of crimes without undue delay and avoiding secret trials.