Gideon v. Wainwright
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What was the background of Gideon v. Wainwright?
Clarence Gidean was charged with breaking and entering a lawyer but state law denied him of one.
What was the brief effect of Gideon v. Wainwright?
Everyone is entitled to a lawyer or council
Impact of the ruling for Gideon v. Wainwright?
Extended the right to council imposing the requirements upon the states.
What was the reasoning behind the decision of Gideon v. Wainwright?
The 6th Amendment's guarantee to council is a fundamental and essential right made obligatory upon the states by the 14th Amendment.
What was the majority holding of SCOTUS for Gideon v. Wainwright?
Unanimous decision for Gideon. Court held that state courts had to provide a lawyer.
