Do I need a lawyer? Federal Pretrial services once to setup an appointment for.....

[ebk2b]

My crime was committed in Tennessee. It was a federal crime though. I counterfeited 1 $50 bill.

I am suppose to call and setup a meeting with the federal pretrial services officer. Since I already have this meeting, do I need to be represented?

and if so, will a federal public defender be enough or should I get an expensive laywer?

 

[JETX]

I am suppose to call and setup a meeting with the federal pretrial services officer. Since I already have this meeting, do I need to be represented?

It is always recommended to have legal counsel when facing serious criminal charges.

and if so, will a federal public defender be enough or should I get an expensive laywer?

Actually, you won't have that 'option to decide'. Simply, if you have the funds to afford an 'expensive laywer', you won't qualify for a publicly provided attorney.