Gideon v. Wainwright: A Landmark Decision for Justice

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What happens when a man with no legal training takes on the American justice system—and wins? In this video, we dive into the landmark Supreme Court case Gideon v. Wainwright (1963), where Clarence Earl Gideon’s handwritten plea from a Florida prison reshaped the Sixth Amendment and guaranteed the right to legal counsel for all.

Discover how one man's fight for fairness became a cornerstone of criminal justice, and why this decision still matters today—especially in conversations about public defenders, mass incarceration, and equal access to justice.

Whether you're a law student, true crime fan, or just someone who loves a good underdog story, this legal milestone is one you won’t want to miss.

🎓 Justice isn't just for those who can afford it—and this case proved it.

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