Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas
Is there a right to have a lawyer in traffic court matters
Asked on 7/21/11, 9:40 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Mark Dunn
Mark D. Dunn
Yes.
But you don't have the right to demand that the court appoint a lawyer for you.
Answered on 7/21/11, 4:59 pm
Cynthia Henley
Cynthia Henley, Lawyer
I agree - you can hire a lawyer to represent you but because a jail sentence is not an option, you are not entitled to a court appointed lawyer.
Answered on 7/21/11, 11:36 pm
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