Yurt
Gold Member
When an attorney defends a client in a situation likely to set precedent he is in a position to defend the constitution itself from those who continually try to erode due process for everyone not just the presumed guilty.
he does have that duty, but he also has the duty to zealously represent his client. you can defend the constitution and do both at the same time.
"likely" is not part of his duties, so long as he UPHOLDS the constitution if the courts rule that way, that is not the attorney's fault.