If I am dissatisfied with my court appointed lawyer because I feel that he/she is not defending me properly, how do I get another lawyer appointed to me?
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If I am dissatisfied with my court appointed lawyer because I feel that he/she is not defending me properly, how do I get another lawyer appointed to me?
Asked on October 21, 2014 under Criminal Law, Virginia
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Generally speaking, yes, you can request that the court appoint a different lawyer if you feel that you have "inadequate" counsel. That does not mean that you and he or she just generally disagree. It really has to be fundamental to your defense.
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