Does a defendant representing himself have more leeway for asking questions?

Question

In a normal trial, the questions will be objected to if they are not appropriate.
Does a defendant representing himself have more leeway in this regard?

Answer 1

No, the pro se defendant is held to the same standards and rules as an attorney, and this makes for lots of interruptions by the judge, objections from opposing counsel, and a very long tedious proceeding with the judge not especially looking favorably on the unrepresented party.

Answer 2

Opposing counsel will still object, but sometimes the judge will be a little more flexible or will take time to explain the proper way to ask the question. However, the rules apply whether you are represented or you are representing yourself.

Answer 3

Not especially because ignorance of the law is not a defense. If you are really wanting to represent yourself in Court, you need to do your homework before you going into the Courtroom so that you know what is going on and how to respond to the situation. Unless you have the time and energy to devote to becoming basically a lawyer in the next couple of weeks, hire somebody that knows what they are doing. You'll save yourself in the end.

Answer 4

Most, if not all, judges will be offended by your disrespect for the court if you don't do everything in your power to act like an attorney. Sometimes they'll give you a little leeway, but usually they'll break your balls.

Answer 5

Not usually. Most judges expect you to conduct yourself (and teach yourself) to be as prepared as an attorney. If you plan to defend yourself you better be ready to act like a professional.

Answer 6

a defendant who is in no way familiar with the judicial system, only takes up more time in our courts and is objected to many times which is greatly scrutinized by his defense adviser and admired for his inappropriate methods.by the prosecution

Answer 7

no, a judge will prevent a defendant from asking really stupid questions that hurt his case.