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Gideon v. Wainwright
United States Supreme Court
372 U.S. 335, 83 S.Ct. 792, 9 L.Ed.2d 799 (1963)
- Written by Sarah Venti, JD
Facts
Gideon (defendant) was charged with a state felony. He asked the court to appoint him a lawyer but his request was denied. Under state law, the court could only appoint counsel in capital cases. Gideon represented himself at trial and was ultimately convicted by a jury. Gideon argues that he has a constitutional right to counsel in a state court. The United States Supreme Court granted certiorari.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Black, J.)
Concurrence (Harlan, J.)
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