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Defense Attorney / Counsel

Attorney defending a suspect or defendant in criminal proceedings. Duty lawyer system provides one free visit. Court-appointed counsel available for indigent detainees.

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憲法34条・刑訴法30条

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Q. What does Defense Attorney / Counsel mean?

Attorney defending a suspect or defendant in criminal proceedings. Duty lawyer system provides one free visit. Court-appointed counsel available for indigent detainees.

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