Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

It is generally possible to represent yourself, however it is rarely a smart thing to do. The question I have for you is simple. If something screws up and goes wrong do you have the knowledge, and skills to deal with it right there in then when it happens? unless your an attorney the answer should be no, you do not. So then is saving the $350.00 worth taking a chance and if you get it wrong having a record instead of not having a record? I don't think it is. I have always found that it is penny wise and pound foolish to try to save money on things like this. However, I would suggest you talk to your attorney about it. A good attorney will give you an honest opinion regardless of their personal position. However, your attorney saved you when he asked for an continuance. If the court had wanted to they could have issued a bench warrant and not heard the case until you put it back on calendar. It sounds to me like you have a good attorney that is doing the job you hired them to do. The deal you've got is pretty good why do you want to mess it up? Pay your attorney the money and get this thing cleared up and move on with your life. Good luck.