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In re Gault (1967)

Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002543

A landmark United States Supreme Court case that established due process rights for juveniles in delinquency proceedings. The ruling held that minors accused of crimes are entitled to notice of charges, right to counsel, right to confront and cross-examine witnesses, and protection against self-incrimination. This decision significantly reformed the juvenile justice system.

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IdentifierMLC-T-LAW-002543
FieldLaw
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