Question

4. How did the judge justify not appointing Gideon a lawyer?

Answer 1

Answer:

Florida law only permitted counsel of poor defendants charged with capital offenses. Therefore, his habeas corpus petition was denied.

Explanation:

Gideon v. Wainright

Supreme Court ruled that the 6th amendment's guarantee of counsel corresponds with the 14th amendment (made obligatory) by the states. In other words, the 6th amendment guarantees the defendant the right to the assistance of counsel in ALL criminal proceedings. Finally, the states had to provide counsel.