A defense attorney can legally do all of the following except:

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A defense attorney cannot legally present false evidence, as it goes against their ethical obligations to the court and to their client. They are expected to advocate for their client as long as they do so within ethical and legal boundaries. Representing the defendant's interests during the initial hearing and advocating for a light sentence are both legal and ethical decisions a defense attorney can make.

A Defense Attorney Can Legally Do All of the Following