The Defense Attorney’s Role in Society
It’s easy to assume that because a defense attorney represents someone accused of a crime, they condone criminal behavior. However, this is a deeply flawed perspective that ignores the profound and indispensable role defense attorneys play in maintaining the balance of justice.
Criminality and Government: The Twin Forces to Keep in Check
The Threat of Anarchy and Criminal Behavior
One of the gravest threats to society is unchecked criminality. Without law enforcement and government intervention, individuals would be forced into a state of constant vigilance, unable to focus on producing or improving the basic elements of life for fear of being victimized.
The Danger of Unchecked Government Power
The second threat—equally dangerous—is the unchecked power of the government. Without defense attorneys, government officials could abuse their authority, infringing on personal freedoms and creating a society where the state controls every facet of life.
The Defense Attorney as the Shield Against Government Overreach
Voters and the Flawed Law-and-Order Approach
Voters often focus on supporting law enforcement as a means of combating crime. Yet, many fail to foresee how they might one day need the protections that defense attorneys safeguard—protections that keep the government from unjustly prosecuting the innocent.
Defense Attorneys as the Last Line of Defense
Defense attorneys provide an essential service by challenging the government’s actions in court. They hold the state accountable to constitutional principles, ensuring that the law is applied fairly and justly for all individuals, regardless of their situation.
Protecting Constitutional Rights for All
The Presumption of Innocence and Burden of Proof
One of the core principles of our legal system is that the government must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Defense attorneys ensure this standard is upheld, preserving the integrity of the judicial process and preventing the government from arbitrarily stripping individuals of their freedoms.
A Critical Role in Safeguarding Justice
In defending those accused of crimes, defense attorneys ensure that the government respects constitutional rights. This process is not an endorsement of criminality but rather a necessary function to prevent governmental abuse and preserve the rule of law.
The Defense Attorney: Guardian of Liberty
Defense attorneys are not advocates for criminal behavior; they are guardians of liberty. By holding the government accountable to its own rules, they protect the freedoms of all citizens. In this way, defense attorneys play a vital role in ensuring that justice is both fair and balanced, preserving the integrity of our legal system and safeguarding our liberties from government overreach.
Who is Jonathan Zendeh Del?
Jonathan Zendeh Del is the managing attorney at Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC in Galveston Texas. Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC is the largest criminal defense firm in Galveston County and has been rated the best law firm in Galveston repeatedly. Jonathan is a super lawyer, has been named to the Best Lawyers list, has received numerous other accolades, being recognized as an exceptional lawyer. He is also a professor at South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. You may reach Jonathan at 409-740-1111.