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We The People: Legal Representation

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The Essential Role of Public Defenders and the Sixth Amendment

This chapter highlights the vital function of public defenders in the U.S. legal system, noting that a significant majority of defendants depend on their services. It also examines the historical evolution of public defense and the challenges faced by these offices, set against the backdrop of the Sixth Amendment.

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