The legal standard, articulated in People v. Lopez, requiring a defendant raising a conflict-of-interest claim on appeal to prove an actual conflict existed and that it adversely affected their attorney's performance.
Right Law Group's guide explains: "In the realm of defense law, maintaining ethical integrity is paramount, particularly concerning conflicts of interest. A conflict of interest arises when an attorney’s obligations to a client are compromised by competing duties or personal interests, potentially jeopardizing the client’s right to impartial and effective representation."
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