A person accused of a crime must be offered a lawyer. If the person can't afford a lawyer, the courts will appoint one for free.
The person (innocent until proven guilty) is entitled to a fair trial, and to be judged by a jury of the accused peers.
Illinois
No. They must be afforded the OPPORTUNITY to be represented by counsel.
Miranda rights
Gideon v. wainwright
Gideon v. wainwright
Due Process of Law.
"fair and impartial" (???)
In the US, yes. To even be charged, the accused must be arraigned and appear (or waive appearance) in a preliminary hearing.
Officers must tell the suspect that they have the right to remain silent and that they do not have to confuse to their crime.
Gideon v. Wainwright
It means, "The proof offered must be beyond a REASONABLE doubt." Not ALL doubt, just reasonable doubt.
people accused of a crime must be informed of their rights