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Yes, the Gideon v. Wainwright decision applies to misdemeanor cases that carry the possibility of jail time. The Supreme Court ruled that defendants have the right to legal counsel, and this right extends to misdemeanors where incarceration could be imposed. Therefore, if you face a misdemeanor charge that may result in jail time, you are entitled to an attorney.
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What is the birth name of Melville Gideon?
Melville Gideon's birth name is Gideon, Melville Joseph.
Do you sympathize with Gideon's resistance?
Do you sympathize with Gideon’s resistance?
When was Gideon Koren born?
Gideon Koren was born in 1947.
When was Miriam Gideon born?
Miriam Gideon was born in 1906.
When was Gideon Greif born?
Gideon Greif was born in 1951.
Does the Gideon case apply if you are charged with a misdemeanor?
Yes, this was later clarified in the Argersinger v Hamlin case. *Note: His case does not apply in a Civil Case when jail time is not involved. (Scott v Illinois.)
What is a misdemeaner?
A less serious crime
Is kicking a misdemeaner?
Yes, if there are charges.
What can you get in court from Obstructing an police officer?
Obstructing a police officer is a serious offense. If the obstuction occurs as the officer is investigating, you could be charged with a felony in court. In other situations, it would likely be a misdemeaner.
How do you get your misdemeaner expunged in Calif?
See the below link to see if you qualify;
Misdemeaner gun ownership?
Consult a lawyer familiar with firearms law.
What does standard rates apply mean?
Standard Rate May Apply simply means that if you are charged normally on your phone service for text messages then you'll be charged still for sending the text message that is needed, also. But, that doesn't mean you will be charged for the message if you have UNLIMITED TEXTING.
Is Gideon a religion?
Gideon is not a religion.
What legal rights were given or taken from gideons?
Gideon v. Wainright 372 U.S. 335 confirmed the right's of an indigent defendant in any criminal trial to have an attorney appointed to represent him. Prior to Gideon, attorneys were only appointed to indigent defendants charged with capital crimes.
Do you sympathize with gideon?
Do you sympathize with Gideon’s resistance?
What is the birth name of Melville Gideon?
Melville Gideon's birth name is Gideon, Melville Joseph.
What is the birth name of Onni Gideon?
Onni Gideon's birth name is Onni Gideon Tervonen.
