Understanding Your Right to Legal Representation as a Criminal Defendant

    JOLIET, IL, May 10, 2023 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Throughout American history, the Supreme Court has handed down cases that are widely characterized as "landmark" decisions because their legal, historical, and/or cultural significance is undeniable.

These cases have helped to shape the American experience both for the better and, in some instances, for the worse. One landmark case that is well known among legal scholars but receives less attention than many cases that focus on broader shifts in culture and society is Gideon v. Wainwright. It was in this case that the Supreme Court acknowledged, with regard to criminal defendants in felony matters, that access to professional legal representation is a Constitutional right. In its decision, the Court observed that:

Access to legal counsel is "fundamental and essential to a fair trial"
"Our criminal justice system, and our faith in it, depends on effective representation on both sides" and
"Lawyers in criminal courts are necessities, not luxuries"
While criminal defendants do have the right to represent themselves under most circumstances, embracing a "DIY" approach to criminal defense representation is ill-advised. Statistically, it is less likely for a self-represented defendant to mount a successful defense on their own behalf.

The Criminal Justice System Does Not Cater to Self-Represented Defendants

Studies suggest that there are approximately 200 unique steps that must be taken in pursuit of a winning legal strategy, from filing paperwork in specific ways to articulating objections to evidence presented by the opposing side in a matter. There are good reasons why lawyers must earn a doctorate degree in law, study for the Bar exam for months, and participate in ongoing legal education opportunities in order to maintain licensure. The legal system is not designed for self-represented defendants, nor does it slow down for them.

A Criminal Defense Lawyer Will Provide Client-Focused Representation

When it comes to representing your interests in a criminal defense case, "any lawyer" just will not do. The stakes of your situation are high enough that you will want the benefit of a knowledgeable, experienced, and reputable advocate. In Joliet, IL criminal defense lawyer Jack L. Zaremba has a reputation for aggressive and proactive criminal defense.

In Illinois the Law Office of Jack L Zaremba is a former Will County prosecutor who will fight for you to make sure your rights are protected.

A criminal defense lawyer can help you reduce or a dismiss many criminal charges for crimes that people are accused of including DUI (drunk driving), drug crimes and serious felony crime charges. Jack Zaremba - a DUI defense attorney in Joliet, IL can help you fight a DUI / DWI charge by utilizing several different defenses, you can learn more @ https://zarembalawoffice.com/dui-defenses/.

Law Offices of Jack L. Zaremba, P.C.
26 E Clinton St, Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 740-4025
https://zarembalawoffice.com/

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