Any crime for which a person can be jailed if convicted requires that a lawyer be appointed to represent him or her if he or she qualifies financially. Of course, the right to counsel can be waived, but this is not advisable for the reasons set forth above. Court-appointed lawyers possess the training to render competent representation if one cannot afford to retain an attorney of choice.

But What If I Can't Afford to Hire a Lawyer?

 

A: Any crime for which a person can be jailed if convicted requires that a lawyer be appointed to represent him or her if he or she qualifies financially. Of course, the right to counsel can be waived, but this is not advisable for the reasons set forth above. Court-appointed lawyers possess the training to render competent representation if one cannot afford to retain an attorney of choice.


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