Ineffective Counsel

/ɪnɪˈfɛktɪv ˈkaʊnsəl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal representation that fails to meet the objective standard of reasonableness, potentially undermining the fairness of a trial.
    The defendant claimed conviction reversal due to ineffective counsel during the trial.

Forms

  • ineffective counsel

Commentary

Often evaluated under the Strickland test, which requires showing deficient performance and resulting prejudice.

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