Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Pennsylvania
the 6th amendment
the 6th amendment guarantees your right to counsel. must it be an attorney, or anyone the defendant appoints?
Asked on 10/26/05, 9:11 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall
Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC
Re: the 6th amendment
Only licensed lawyers may practice law in the criminal courts. The language means legal counsel. Others don't qualify.
Answered on 10/26/05, 9:43 am
Charles A. Pascal, Jr.
Law Office of Charles A. Pascal, Jr.
Re: the 6th amendment
You can represent yourself (not a good idea) or be represented by an attorney. It is not legal for a non-attorney to represent you...it would be unauthorized practice of law, a crime.
Answered on 10/26/05, 6:22 pm
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