The U.S. Supreme Court has held that a defendant may waive the assistance of counsel and represent him or herself:

A) if he or she is unable to afford an attorney.
B) if he or she cannot find an attorney to take his or her case.
C) if the defendant knowingly and intelligently waives counsel.
D) only in felony cases.


Answer: C

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