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How Can Lawyers Stand Representing Child Molesters & Murders

blog.brodenmickelsen.com — Clint's recent acquittal in child sexual assault case brings to mind the age old question of how do criminal defense lawyers stand representing child molesters, etc. I'm often asked, and I know that many people want to ask but think it impolite to do so, how can I stand to represent people who have committed horrible crimes?

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  • MadKennyP, on 04/08/2008, -0/+1The United States has adopted an adversarial system of criminal law. Each party argues its side and the finder of fact (judge/jury) determines guilt or innocence. The United States Constitution guarantees representation for a defendant.

    A lawyer swears to an oath affirming he/she will "vigorously" represent his/her client. If an attorney did not do so, it would not only be a violation of his/her oath, it would be in violation of the defendant's constitutional rights.
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