Gideon at 40 . . . A Look at the Right to Counsel
A project of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, "Gideon at 40; Fulfilling the Promise" is a celebration of the 40th anniversary of Gideon v. Wainwright, the landmark Supreme Court Decision holding that indigent defendants have a right to Court appointed counsel.
This Is Scary . . . But Should Not Be Surprising
Ashcroft's Political Agenda. Do you have concerns about Ashcroft? You're not alone. Check out Ashcroft's Political Agenda by Michael Hill in the Baltimore... [TalkLeft: The Politics of Crime]
Indeed, Ashcroft's long public record shows he has always had an ultra-conservative political agenda.
If Only the States Will Listen and Act . . .
ABA Passes Capital Defense Guidelines. The ABA has passed new guidelines for lawyers defending capital cases. They cover the appointment and performance of lawyers. Defendants... [TalkLeft: The Politics of Crime]
