Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas
Remove court appointed attorney
The court appointed attorney for a relative who has been charged with a 4th degree felony does not know the facts of the case, doesn't answer questions or return calls and shows up to court hours late...can the defendant, who is out on bond, ask for another attorney?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Remove court appointed attorney
Yes, but very carefully. The client should write a letter to the attorney or call the attorney's office and speak to the secretary or paralegal, asking for an appointment. If he/she gets an appointment, use the time wisely. The attorney may have read the DA's file, and be well-versed in the facts. If the meeting doesn't happen, or if is completely unsatisfactory, then he/she can petition the court for a new attorney.
There are many attorneys who will work on payment plans, and it may be appropriate for the family to help him/her retain an attorney.
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