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Is fair that tax payers have to pay for an attorney if a accused person cant afford one?
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∙ 14y ago
Yes , it is fair because everyone , regardless of income , should have access to legal representation .
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The district attorney defends a person accused of a crime if that person can not afford an attorney?
district attorney usually is the one pursuing the charges and making deals/pleas the attorney that defends you would be any available public attorney
Who is usually the defence attorney in a criminal case?
The role of a defense attorney is the lawyer representing the person accused of committing a crime. In the United States, if a defendant cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed.
What is the name for a lawyer who assists accused?
The defense attorney would help a person accused of a crime or in a civil case.
Can i lawsuit the person that accused me?
It depends whether they reported you to the police and what they accused you of.
What should you do if accused of assault with a deadly weapon and impersonating a police officer but you didn't do it?
The charges are very serious, the best choice would be to obtain the advice of an attorney who is experienced in criminal defense, even if the person has not been formally charged. Or,if they are arrested and charged for the crimes, at the arraignment the judge will ask if the person can afford counsel. If the accused cannot pay for a private attorney the judge will appoint a PDA.
Who defends the accuses person?
The accused person is defended by a defense attorney or legal representative who advocates on their behalf in court. The defense attorney's role is to challenge the evidence presented by the prosecution and ensure the accused person's rights are protected throughout the legal process.
What does The right to a fair trial if accused mean?
it guarantees a person who has been accused of a crime the right to a layer even if he/she cant afford one.
If a person is accused of a federal crime can they force anyone to testify in their trial?
The accused's attorney can subpoena anyone they think may assist their case.
What must a person accused of a crime be offered?
A person accused of a crime must be offered a lawyer. If the person can't afford a lawyer, the courts will appoint one for free.
What are rights of person accused of a crime?
The right to have an attorney & be presented with the Crown's case prior to the trial.
Who would be most directly concerned with prosecuting an accused person?
The District Attorney or the innocent person's attorney would be concerned. The judge or magistrate in the case would be concerned as well.
Every person is accused of a crime must be represented by an attorney?
No. They must be afforded the OPPORTUNITY to be represented by counsel.
