Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
can i get a public defender before my arraignment
Asked on 1/23/11, 1:14 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
No. You can hire a private attorney before your arraignment, and the attorney might be able to contact the DA and possibly persuade them not to file charges.
Answered on 1/27/11, 2:35 pm
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
If you cannot afford an attorney, you can ask the court to appoint a public defender at your arraignment, and ask the court to continue the arraignment.
Answered on 1/27/11, 5:43 pm
Joe Dane
Law Office of Joe Dane
No. They are only your attorney if and when appointed by the court.
Answered on 1/27/11, 6:39 pm
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