According to the Canadian Bar Association's (1987) Code of Professional Conduct, defence lawyers are required-even when they know the client is guilty as charged-to protect that client as much as possible.

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The Canadian Bar Association's Code of Professional Conduct emphasizes a lawyer's duty to represent their client zealously within the bounds of the law, regardless of personal opinion about the guilt or innocence of the client. This includes defending clients whom they know to be guilty, as the justice system is based on the principle that everyone is entitled to a fair trial and legal representation.