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David Martin: The role of the defense attorney is to test the state's evidence. Vigorously cross examine their witnesses and can they…

On the recordOctober 14, 2009
The role of the defense attorney is to test the state's evidence. Vigorously cross examine their witnesses and can they prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt? If they cannot, even if the person is guilty, he is found not guilty.
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David Martin
New York

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David Martin explains the fundamental duty of a defense attorney in a criminal case.

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