Which is true about attorney competence?

a. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that defendants are entitled to adequate counsel.
b. Attorneys assigned to death penalty cases must have appropriate training

c. The only attorneys allowed to serve on criminal cases must have degrees in criminal law.
d. The U.S. Supreme Court has not clearly defined what "competent" means.


d

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