Which of the following statements is FALSE about criminal defense attorneys?

A. Most have a regular clientele.
B. Some defense attorneys rely on police officers, bail agents, and court clerks to give their names to defendants who need counsel.
C. The private attorney's fee in a criminal case is generally a flat fee paid in advance.
D. Most earn a modest, middle-class living.


Answer: A

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