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Above the Law
6 months ago
Law

Maine Judge Rushes Solution To Lack Of Public Defenders

Gideon v. Wainwright established right to counsel even if accused can't afford one
Maine facing challenges with lack of public defenders, seeking solutions [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US news

Abe Krash, Who Fought for a Constitutional Right to Counsel, Dies at 97

Abe Krash played a crucial role in Gideon v. Wainwright, a landmark 1963 Supreme Court case establishing the right to counsel in criminal cases. [ more ]
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