Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Misdemeanor domestic violnce
Can I represent myself at my arraignment to plead not guilty on misdemeanor domestic violence charge?
Asked on 7/31/08, 11:11 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
Re: Misdemeanor domestic violnce
yes, but I would hire an attorney
Answered on 7/31/08, 11:44 am
Re: Misdemeanor domestic violnce
You can always represent yourself at any hearing. You will first go through a Q&A with the judge about your rights. But I would recommend you go out from there and hire an attorney to do the trial if that's where the case is going.
Answered on 7/31/08, 4:16 pm