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Ethics

Capital cases require give and take between the lawyer and the client

The Legal Intelligencer

December 18, 2012

I am starting a trial in a capital murder case. I have tried many capital murder trials and have attended many seminars on voir dire in capital cases. My clients insisted on keeping one juror who I truly believe would hurt the clients' cause, particularly on the death penalty. Can I overrule the client on this issue?

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