12/1/22 - GIDEON V. WAINRIGHT - PROBLEMS

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5 questions

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A. What precedent did the Supreme Court set with its ruling in Gideon v. Wainwright?

True

False

All courts State and Federal 

Federal Courts

Florida Courts only

Any court that wanted to follow it because it was a good idea

True

False

True

False

Must individual states follow the SCOTUS opinion of Gideon v. Wainright?

True

False

Who would have would have to follow the precedent if the case had been decided by the Florida Supreme Court?

All courts State and Federal 

Federal Courts

Florida Courts only

Any court that wanted to follow it because it was a good idea

Does the Gideon case apply if you are charged with a misdemeanor? 

True

False

Does Gideon apply if you are sued in a civil case?

True

False