So I agree with Blatchford that Joe Smuck would have gone to trial because of being unable to afford top notch Lawyers and PI's.
Would you disagree with that point or agree?
I disagree, because Joe Smuck can get a good lawyer, too. For example, in our area (Colpy and I, that is), if you're charged with a criminal offense, there's one guy who would be the absoute best, wears a nice hat, he actually came here as a young draft dodger from the US. He has the skill to mount a proper and full defence. And no, he's not unaffordable.