Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

my right to a good defense

can i fire my public defender if i feelthey are not working forme


Asked on 5/13/09, 11:49 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: my right to a good defense

Unless you can retain a private attorney or want to go to trial without an attorney, you should request a Marsden hearing. Although you have the right to a court appointed attorney you do not have the right to a particular attorney. Timing is also important. If your case has a trial or other court hearing the judge may deny your request. Consulting with a private attorney would be a prudent course of action.

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Answered on 5/14/09, 12:08 pm


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