Court-Appointed Counsel
/ˈkɔːrt əˌpɔɪntɪd ˈkaʊnsəl/
Definitions
- (n.) An attorney appointed by a court to represent a defendant who cannot afford private counsel.
The court-appointed counsel ensured the defendant's right to a fair trial.
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Commentary
Often used in criminal cases where the defendant is financially unable to retain private counsel; appointment is typically mandated by law to uphold constitutional rights.
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