Justice on Trial

Season 1, Episode 5: For the Defendant (Gideon v. Wainwright)

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Judge Judy Sheindlin and her team recreate the trials of Clarence Gideon, a Florida man accused in 1963 of burglarizing a pool hall. Forced to defend himself in court due to Florida law, Gideon was found guilty. While in prison, his successful appeal to the Supreme Court effectively created the Public Defender system we have today. Now armed with a savvy attorney, would Gideon win his freedom?

All Episodes - Season 1

What Happens in My House (The Matter of Terrence K.)
Episode 1
What Happens in My House (The Matter of Terrence K.)
 Burying Rights (Ohio v. Dixon)
Episode 2
Burying Rights (Ohio v. Dixon)
 Sixteen to Life (1) (People v. Deskovic)
Episode 3
Sixteen to Life (1) (People v. Deskovic)
 Sixteen to Life (2) (Deskovic v. Putnam County)
Episode 4
Sixteen to Life (2) (Deskovic v. Putnam County)
 For the Defendant (Gideon v. Wainwright)
Episode 5
For the Defendant (Gideon v. Wainwright)
 Killer, but Not a Liar (People v. Turriago)
Episode 6
Killer, but Not a Liar (People v. Turriago)
 Hell Goes On Forever (Snyder v. Phelps)
Episode 7
Hell Goes On Forever (Snyder v. Phelps)
 Scopes Monkey Trial (State of TN v. Scopes)
Episode 8
Scopes Monkey Trial (State of TN v. Scopes)
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