Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
can someone appear on my behalf?
In a misdemeanor arraignment hearing, who, if anyone, besides a lawyer can appear on the defendant's behalf to protect the defendant from getting a bench warrant issued for failure to appear?
Asked on 10/08/08, 7:06 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman
Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman
Re: can someone appear on my behalf?
Only a lawyer can legally represent someone else in court.
Answered on 10/08/08, 7:10 pm
Jacek W. Lentz
Law Offices of Jacek W. Lentz
Re: can someone appear on my behalf?
Only a lawyer. No substitutes.
Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.
310.273.1361
www.lentzlawfirm.com
Answered on 10/08/08, 7:57 pm
Related Questions & Answers
-
Blackmail?, extortion? what could happen if i am in the military and charged with... Asked 10/08/08, 1:55 pm in United States California Criminal Law
-
Outstanding misdemeaner warrant during AWP In January 2009, I will be serving 14... Asked 10/07/08, 10:23 pm in United States California Criminal Law