Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

Re: court appointed attorney

Hello there,

Just because you now have bonded out of jail doesn't necessarily mean that you can afford an attorney.

Some courts feel that if you can bond out of jail that you can afford an attorney and they will deny you a court appointed attorney.

If this issue comes up you need to fill out what is known as a paupers affidavit. The court will have this affidavit and will give you one to fill out at your request.

Be very careful how you fill it out.

When questions are asked if you have any property.

You need to list your clothing, television, etc. Because if you don't and if the Court gets mad enough they can come after you for filling out a false document with the court.

If you have any further questions or if my office can be of assistance feel free to contact us.

Sincerely,

Erick Platten

PLATTEN LAW OFFICE

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Re: court appointed attorney

Not automatically. In some counties it is the policy. It is up to the presiding judge. TCL