Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

Trial of class c misdemeanor case

My son received a class C misdemeanor ticket for discharging fireworks in the city limit, which is not found in the city code. Can I defend him in court or do I need an attorney?


Asked on 6/29/09, 6:36 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Tuthill Law Office of Robert H. Tuthill

Re: Trial of class c misdemeanor case

you can defend him if you are a licensed attorney. If you are not a licensed attorney, that would be considered the practice of law without a license, and is actually considered a crime.

You would need to hire your son an attorney or let him defend himself, since individuals do have the right to represent themselves ("pro se") in criminal proceedings.

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Answered on 6/29/09, 6:53 pm
adrienne dunn Law Office of Adrienne Dunn

Re: Trial of class c misdemeanor case

It is illegal for a non-lawyer to represent someone in court. Its called practicing law without a license. Regardless, you need a lawyer if you plan to have a trial.

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Answered on 6/30/09, 10:43 am


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