The public defender was appointed as his counsel. Trial was set for January 21 and then continued by stipulation to March 1, 1976. On Richard's successive motions, the case was continued to October 25, 1976, when it was again continued to November 29 because of "defendant's late disclosure to his counsel of possible defense witnesses."
Full Answer
A defense attorney, also known as a defense lawyer, represents a defendant in a lawsuit or criminal prosecution.
The defense attorney's primary responsibility is to mount a vigorous and competent defense. This requires the attorney to take an active role in defending their client's freedom.