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Evolution of the Right to Legal Counsel
Exploring the historical development of the Sixth Amendment's right to legal counsel, from early courtroom access to the establishment of public defender offices, while spotlighting advocacy for government-funded defense by figures like Claire Foltz. This chapter also examines systemic challenges in the criminal justice system, exemplified by the Scottsboro case's racial bias and lack of adequate representation.