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Can I request a court appointed lawyer on the day of trial if I said I didn't want one earlier?

Asked on Jul 07th, 2021 on General Practice - Texas
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I find most times that it depends on the Judge.  If that is what you want, you should try. That way even if the judge refuses, you have preserved a potential appealable issue if you lose the case.
Answered on Jul 08th, 2021 at 1:57 PM

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Personal Injury Attorney serving Philadelphia, PA
Partner at Rosen Justice
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I find most times that it depends on the Judge.  If that is what you want, you should try. That way even if the judge refuses, you have preserved a potential appealable issue if you lose the case.
Answered on Jul 08th, 2021 at 1:56 PM

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