What is the name of your state? CA
My boyfriend got a DUI and must go to court before the 7th of Jan. He needs a public defender, but everywhere I look it says that one is assigned to you. How is that possible if they dont know you exist? Surely he must be able to seek one out himself. There isnt even a set court date, just "on or before Jan 7." It is misdemeanor DUI, if that makes a difference. Can we go to the courthouse ahead of time and ask for one? Can we call and ask for one? Everything I google just says one will "be assigned." Is this really possible?
My boyfriend got a DUI and must go to court before the 7th of Jan. He needs a public defender, but everywhere I look it says that one is assigned to you. How is that possible if they dont know you exist? Surely he must be able to seek one out himself. There isnt even a set court date, just "on or before Jan 7." It is misdemeanor DUI, if that makes a difference. Can we go to the courthouse ahead of time and ask for one? Can we call and ask for one? Everything I google just says one will "be assigned." Is this really possible?