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Counsel Required before Misdemeanor Imprisonment
The United States Supreme Court has ruled that persons convicted of
misdemeanors cannot be subjected to imprisonment unless they have been
afforded counsel at the time guilt or innocence is decided.
LaReed Shelton was convicted of misdemeanor assault after his failed
attempt at self-representation. While the trial court advised him ...
misdemeanors cannot be subjected to imprisonment unless they have been
afforded counsel at the time guilt or innocence is decided.
LaReed Shelton was convicted of misdemeanor assault after his failed
attempt at self-representation. While the trial court advised him ...
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