Court Appointed Lawyers – Criminal Defense
We rarely discuss criminal law on this site, primarily because it's hard to envision any example EVER where a judge would allow a party to have a lawyer and the party would choose instead to…
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Bail Bonds and Other Things to Consider if Arrested
We don't often talk on LessonsInLaw.com about criminal matters because 1) it is ALWAYS possible to have a lawyer if you are accused of a crime and there is a possibility of jail time, and 2)…
I’ve Been Accused of a Crime. Should I Talk to the Police?
This is an extremely easy question to answer. No. Never, ever talk to the police without first hiring a lawyer and having them with you or at least on call. The police are never, ever…
Expungment of a Criminal Record aka Clearing a Criminal Record
Rarely is it a good idea for someone to represent themselves in a criminal case and applying for an expunction is, at its roots, a criminal case. However, some people either can't afford an attorney…