Question

which of the following describes the supreme court decision in gideon v. wainwright (1963)?
○ illegally obtained evidence cannot be admitted in a criminal trial
○ an officer may search a suspect to protect his or her own safety while investigating
○ a person charged with a crime is entitled to a court appointed attorney
○ an officer cannot used deadly force unless a suspect is an active, violent threat

Explanation:

In the Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) case, the Supreme Court ruled that a person charged with a crime is entitled to a court - appointed attorney if they cannot afford one. This is based on the Sixth Amendment right to counsel.

Answer:

A person charged with a crime is entitled to a court - appointed attorney.