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What was the constitutional question raised in the case of Gideon v. Wainwright?
What was the constitutional question raised in the case of Gideon v. Wainwright?
The constitutional question raised was whether the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution requires states to provide legal counsel to defendants who cannot afford to hire their own attorneys.
What was the Supreme Court’s decision in Gideon v. Wainwright?
What was the Supreme Court’s decision in Gideon v. Wainwright?
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled in favor of Clarence Earl Gideon, holding that the Sixth Amendment's guarantee of the right to counsel applies to state criminal defendants through the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause.
What was the importance of the Gideon v. Wainwright case?
What was the importance of the Gideon v. Wainwright case?
The case played a crucial role in establishing and solidifying the principle that legal representation is a fundamental right, essential for a fair trial, and applicable to both federal and state criminal proceedings.
Who was Clarence Earl Gideon and what led to the case of Gideon v. Wainwright?
Who was Clarence Earl Gideon and what led to the case of Gideon v. Wainwright?
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What did the case of Gideon v. Wainwright establish regarding the right to counsel in criminal cases?
What did the case of Gideon v. Wainwright establish regarding the right to counsel in criminal cases?
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