Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

possession

When you cannot afford an attorney and a public defender is awarded to you by the court, how do you get a public defender to represent you as if you were paying him?


Asked on 1/26/03, 12:15 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Benjamin Berger Berger-Harrison, A Professional Corporation

Re: possession

Public Defenders are usually bright, passionate and well-trained. Unfortunately, they usually have a million things to do and cannot give you the attention that a private attorney can give.

If you want a private attorney, some may set you up with a payment plan, take credit cards, or do other creative things to help you afford their services. The County Bar Ass'n may also have a list of low-cost private attorneys.

Best of luck,

Ben

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Answered on 1/27/03, 4:27 am


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