Assertion: defendant | /r/CapableOf | seek advice
Facets:
value: from the defense lawyer
type: OTHER
Source sentences:
text: The attorney/client relationship is formed when the defendant seeks advice or assistance from the defense lawyer; the advice sought is within the defense lawyer's professional competence; the defense lawyer agrees to render such assistance; and, it is reasonable for the defendant to believe the defense lawyer is representing him.
text: The attorney/client privilege does not extend to communications made in connection with a defendant seeking advice on how to commit a criminal or fraudulent act; or a defendant's statement of intent to commit a crime.