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>I also wondered a long time about why would an attorney defend someone which clearly seems to be a criminal. Because even the worst criminal deserves his due
by cr1895 9y ago
>I also wondered a long time about why would an attorney defend someone which clearly seems to be a criminal.
Because even the worst criminal deserves his due process rights, a fair trial, etc, etc; this is fundamental to our American society. It is a cornerstone of our judicial system.
- zimpenfish 9y ago> this is fundamental to our American society Unfortunately, like much of American society, it's a theoretical pipe dream that falls down flat in reality as minorities don't get access to due process, fair trials, etc.