It is not unprofessional to give free legal advice, but advertising that the first visit will be free is a bit like a fox telling chickens he will not bite them until they cross the threshold of the hen house.
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It is indeed an odd business that it has taken this Court nearly two centuries to discover a constitutional mandate to have counsel at a preliminary hearing.
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What this quote means
The quote highlights the surprising delay in recognizing the constitutional right to legal counsel at preliminary hearings.
Warren E. Burger's statement reflects his astonishment at how long it has taken the judicial system to acknowledge a fundamental right within the constitution. He critiques the legal system for its slowness to ensure that all individuals have the support of legal representation, especially at critical early stages of judicial proceedings, which is essential for fair legal processing.
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This quote can be used in a legal seminar discussing the importance of legal representation.
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