Question

How did the Supreme Court’s decision Gideon v. Wainwright affect the rights of criminal defendants?

It limited the ability of convicted criminals to appeal a verdict.


It required courts to impose the maximum possible sentence for murder convictions.


It guaranteed the right to a lawyer, regardless of ability to pay.


It allowed criminal defendants to plead guilty at any stage in the case.

Answer 1

C: It guaranteed the right to a lawyer, regardless of ability to pay.

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Answer 2

C. It guaranteed the right to a lawyer, regardless of ability to pay.

Step-by-step explanation:

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