The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the right to effective assistance of counsel in criminal prosecutions.
November 18, 2025
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The right to effective counsel is a constitutional protection invoked in claims of ineffective assistance of defense attorneys.
A claim that a defense attorney conceded a defendant's guilt against the defendant's wishes can form the basis of a Sixth Amendment ineffective-assistance-of-counsel appeal to higher courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court.
October 16, 2025
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Grounds for appellate review in criminal cases regarding the right to effective assistance of counsel under the Sixth Amendment.
The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to counsel for individuals accused in criminal prosecutions.
December 15, 1791
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The right to appointed counsel applies in criminal cases and is distinct from counsel access in civil immigration proceedings.