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Can you represent a defendant in court even if im not a lawyer?
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∙ 13y ago
Yes, a person can choose to be represented in court by someone who is not a licensed attorney. An attorney is better suited to help in court since they know the laws.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoYes, the law allows you that option - although it is not generally a good idea.
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∙ 13y agoYes as long as you know what you are doing (rules). However it wouldn't be very wise.
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∙ 15y agoyes it is possible
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∙ 13y agoNo.
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Is a lawyer the same thing as an attorney?
An attorney is usually somebody that has passed the bar exam within their state and can represent you in a court of law. A Lawyer is somebody that is trained in law and can give legal advice but usually cannot represent you in a court of law. They are not yet excepted into their states bar. So an attorney can be a lawyer but a lawyer is not qualified to be an attorney even though a lot of times in the U.S we use the term as if they were the same.
What does the defendant do if lawyer does not do a good job representing defendant?
You have very little recourse. Typically you get another lawyer and start again. If the lawyer has been completely and obviously incompetent or negligent then you can complain to whatever regulatory body controls lawyers in your country or state. But don't expect to get any compensation. Those professional bodies look after even their meanest members.
Can defendant accused of violating the criminal law also be sued in civil court?
Yes, even if he's found innocent in criminal court. OJ Simpson for example.
Can a prisoner choose not to take his medicine even if the court order him to?
No, the prisoner will have to take the medicine if a court order is placed. He can hire a lawyer and fight the court order.
What is the US Supreme Court case Argersinger v Hamlin about?
In Argersinger v Hamlin, 407 US 25 (1972) the Court extended the right to court-appointed counsel for any defendant facing jail time, even if the defendant was being charged with a misdemeanor. In previous cases the defendant was only allowed appointed counsel if charged with a felony. This case made sure any defendant facing any loss of liberty had the right to appointed counsel.
What to do if you get a speeding ticket in the family car as a trucker?
Same thing you would if you weren't one. You either pay the fine, hire a lawyer to represent you in court, or go to court to fight it yourself. If convicted, you're obliged to report the traffic conviction to your company, even if you weren't operating a CMV at the time.
Do you need a lawyer for an indictment?
It's advisable. Even a court appointed one is better than none.
What will you have to do as a lawyer?
Well I typically depends on what type of lawyer you want to be because there are many types of lawyers. I want to be a Defensive Lawyer and that is when you go up in court and defend your clients cases even if that means lying for them.
What will happen if you do not appear in small claims court when summoned?
In many cases, a defendant's failure to appear (or to request a continuance) will result in a summary judgment. This can result in further legal proceedings against the defendant even if it is eventually appealed.
