Gideon v. Wainwright

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Gideon defended himself during the first trial

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True

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What was Gideon charged with? Options: Breaking and Entering, Child Abuse, Sexual Assault, Murder

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Breaking and Entering

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What was the Supreme Court's decision in Gideon v. Wainwright?

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State must provide legal counsel to anyone charged with a felony who cannot afford a lawyer.

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The right to an attorney is found in which Amendment?

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Sixth Amendment

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The Sixth Amendment protects people accused of crimes because they ...

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must be clearly told what the charges are against them, must be allowed a trial by a jury of their peers, must be provided with a lawyer if they cannot afford one.

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Due Process means legal fairness

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True

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Guarantees your right to confront your accuser and call witnesses

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6th Amendment

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Which statement accurately summarizes the impact of the Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) decision?

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It incorporated the right to legal counsel, as protected under the Sixth Amendment, to state and local governments.

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What amendment is relevant when a college student, Gennie, is told by a judge that she should defend herself in a case of theft, as she is not charged with a felony?

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Sixth Amendment