Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

Re: Can I postpone a case in court myself.

When you are in Court you may mention to the judge that you are seeking a new attorney and they will generally give you time to find and hire an attorney.

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Re: Can I postpone a case in court myself.

Most judges will allow you to adjourn the case to retain private counsel. There will be a public defender[legal aid] present who may make this request to the court for you. I handle matters such as yours on a daily basis and I would be happy to discuss the options and costs with you. Please call my office @7188340087 for a free phone consultation.

Re: Can I postpone a case in court myself.

You should try to retain an attorney before the next court date. If for some reason you are unable to do so then you can ask the judge for more time. Most judges will give you an adjournment to find an attorney.

Re: Can I postpone a case in court myself.

Most judges will allow you to adjourn the case if you tell them that you are in the process of hiring an attorney. They will remind you, however, that although you are not represented by an attorney, you are still under the conditions of your release and have to obide by those conditions (e.g, comply with the order of protection; report to anger management; return on the scheduled court date, etc.)