2007-09-12 13:36:31 · 12 answers · asked by sdbuild1 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Bruce J has nailed this answer.
Like most things in life the answer is; it depends;
Mainly,(but not limited to the following)
How serious is the charge?
What's the evidence against your niece?
How extensive is her previous crime history?
Many people believe incorrectly that a "good" lawyer can get you out of anything. Sadly this is not the case, and the full prisons are testimony to this. Where a truly good lawyer comes in useful is when you're innocent, its a weak case or you want a good plea bargain.
If you're guilty and its a solid case, you're better off saving your cash for court fees, fines etc.
2007-09-12 14:05:11 · answer #1 · answered by lpdhcdh 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she can't afford a private one then she'll have to use the court appointed. But the court appointed attorney usually looks out for the courts best interest. They try to plead down the case rather then have it go to trial. If she really wants to fight it she should talk with a private attorney, and explain everything thats happened, including any statements she may have given or any evidence collected and see if she has a strong enough case to continue to fight or weather she should consider a plea bargin. In which case stick with the court appointed attorney, much cheaper.
2007-09-12 13:54:24 · answer #2 · answered by Kellie 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on her situation, but a court appointed attorney will usually not get her the best deal. They really have no reason to work very hard for thier client. On the flip side, depending on her situation, she may not be any better off if she hires her own lawyer.
It truly depends on her situation. If she is pleading innocent, then a court appointed attorney is suicide. They are used to plea bargains. But...if she is fighting the charge, it will be very expensive. She needs to weight the options and roll the dice. She can always appeal the case....if she pleads innocent.
2007-09-12 13:42:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If she can afford a private lawyer, it is highly encouraged to do so by many people. The private lawyer may be able to get her help for her addiction and get a reduced sentence.
Court appointed one will just offer their client the first deal that comes around and that tends to be a few years in prison, without help for their addiction.
2007-09-12 13:41:56 · answer #4 · answered by Erica, AKA Stretch 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
She would have a better chance with a private attorney.
2007-09-12 13:49:24 · answer #5 · answered by Sweetharttt 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if its a small possession Court appointed would do, If it is anything more then yes you defiantly need too. if your not on welfare then get one anyways. Court appointed probably wont remember her name during the length of the judges speech. Might not remember why he was there after he starts talking.
2007-09-12 13:47:15 · answer #6 · answered by Dan S 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if she can afford a private that would be the way to go. if not well public it is. I wouldn't suggest any one but she pay for it. What would you be teaching her otherwise.
2007-09-12 13:54:17 · answer #7 · answered by Pandora 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She not want a Public Pretender. If, she have the money, get a real lawyer, well, at least one that try to look good by winning cases.
2007-09-12 13:44:58 · answer #8 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
court appointed is fine no need to go all out.
2007-09-12 14:11:43 · answer #9 · answered by jinxster12 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Private the public defender will screw you over.
2007-09-12 13:40:45 · answer #10 · answered by Steven C 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋