What are the pro's and con's of self representation as opposed to hiring an attorney. Like to hear from anyone who has been in this situation.
2006-06-15 17:51:12 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
I had a DUI 18 years ago. I was young and dumb!
Everyone at the hearing who had an attorney got 6 months probation and those who did not got a year.
An attorney can also help your fines costs get lowered as well as helping you not have to serve any jail time if your state requires it.
If you work your attorney can also help request a working license. That way you can drive to and from work when your privlages are suspended.
2006-06-15 18:07:07 · answer #1 · answered by lovingfeathers 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Attorneys can occasionally get your fine reduced...but then when you pay the attorney's fees...you don't come out ahead. Just wing it - be respectful to the judge - and don't do it again for Christ's sake!
2006-06-16 00:55:52 · answer #2 · answered by chi bebe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will a point u one when u go to court I work at the courthouse as security so I am asked alot of questions
2006-06-16 00:56:55 · answer #3 · answered by SEXXYDARKCHOCO 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
either hire one or take the public defender dont represent yourself if you dont know what your doing
2006-06-16 00:55:42 · answer #4 · answered by Dillion 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. of course.
2006-06-16 00:54:18 · answer #5 · answered by embigguns 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, don't be stupid twice.
2006-06-16 00:59:38 · answer #6 · answered by msweetie0320 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋