Mr. Chief Justice Burger delivered the opinion of the Court. We granted certiorari in this case to determine whether an accused who is compelled to wear identifiable prison clothing at his trial by a jury is denied due process or equal protection of the laws. In November 1970, respondent Williams was convicted in state court in Harris County, Tex., for assault with intent to commit murder wit…
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