Why lawyers defend — Defence Hall · Justice
Your friend Mina asks why a lawyer would speak up for someone people are angry at. Free Justice game on MyLeoNes for ages 7–17; not legal advice.
Your task
Choose the best answers for Mina.
- A lawyer makes sure the person is heard and treated fairly. That is not the same as saying the person did it.
- An invented story to learn from, not legal advice. Laws differ from country to country. For a real problem, talk to a trusted adult or a lawyer.
- Everyone is equal before the law. Nothing about you is collected.
Score
- Understanding justice — You understood how this part of justice works.
- Fairness — You treated everyone fairly and listened to all sides.
- Safe & ask for help — You stayed safe and knew when to ask a trusted adult.
In real life
In many places, everyone accused has a right to a lawyer, and one can be provided if they cannot pay.
Defence Hall
Invented stories to learn from, not legal advice. Laws differ from country to country. For a real problem, talk to a trusted adult or a lawyer; in an emergency call your country's number (112 in the EU). Nothing about you is collected; progress stays on this device.
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