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Oregon Supreme Court rebukes attorney over shackled defendant case
Original: Oregon Supreme Court rebukes attorney who didn’t seek mistrial for man shackled outside courtroom
The Oregon Supreme Court has disciplined an attorney who failed to request a mistrial after a defendant was kept in shackles outside the courtroom during his trial. The court found the lawyer's inaction fell below professional standards, reinforcing that defense counsel must object when visible restraints could prejudice a jury against the accused.
Why now: The ruling sets a precedent on defense attorneys' duty to challenge shackling that may bias juries.
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- Oregon Supreme Court rebukes attorney who didn’t seek mistrial for man shackled outside courtroom · Oregon Capital Chronicle
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