How do you represent yourself in a trial?

Answer 1

With an attorney.

Answer 2

Like everyone else has said, it's not recommended, if that 's what you're thinking. But your question did not say if you wanted to rep yourself or not. So, to answer your question...you simply tell the judge that you do not want an attorney and that you will represent yourself. The judge may, then require you to submit that into writting, but that's up to the judge.

Answer 3

I think this question has been answered correctly by those above... representing yourself in a trial has been likened to taking your own appendix out..... There are people who can do the job much better ,

Answer 4

If you have to ask, then I suggest you dont. If you want to though, when you appear in front of the judge, you tell him that you want to represent yourself. They will probably would try to appoint you one, and you can accept or not, therefore representing yourself. They say, "only a fool represents himself in court", because the prosecution can probably run circles around you, and finding yourself in a bad position.
I did represent myself once, but I had studied books, I had gone to court many times to watch proceedings,but I cant say I would recommend to somebody else to do it.
I found myself so nervous, because I could have gone to jail, but I stuck to my plan, and actually did pretty good.

Answer 5

Why would you in a trial. To many chances to mess up.

Answer 6

It is called "Pro Se" and it is not a very wise thing to do especially if you are going up against a prosecutor - one who enforces everything including spitting on the sidewalk!

Answer 7

If you cannot afford an attorney the state will appoint one for you to assist in your representation.