1) Using your text and the internet, in narrative format with a minimum of 500 words, outline the case of Powell v. Alabama. Give the facts, issue, and court holding of the case.

 

2) How, and to what extent, were the nine co-defendants represented by counsel?

 

3) Why did the Supreme Court conclude they were not properly represented and give the factors for their decision?

 

4) If you were the judge in the Powell v. Alabama case, what policies or procedures would you put in place to have ensured the right to representation would have not been compromised?