Clint Broden
Federal and Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
Mick Mickelsen
Dallas and Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer
Are You in Need of a Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer?
“I’ve been arrested for a crime in Dallas. Do I need to hire a criminal defense lawyer to represent me? I know I’m innocent, so I don’t have much to prove. Can I represent myself in this case?”
When you’ve been arrested for a crime in Dallas, Texas, it’s very tempting to forego the thought of hiring a criminal defense lawyer in favor of representing yourself in court. However, hiring a lawyer gives you the best chance of being proven to be innocent in your case. While it’s true that you can get some information about the law from textbooks and even from the Internet, the truth is that when it comes to your personal situation, having a lawyer who can think on his feet and provide you with the legal counsel and representation you need might be the difference between freedom and jail time.
Let’s take a brief look at some of the reasons people choose to represent themselves in criminal cases in Dallas.
- They’re Intelligent – Your case seems cut and dry to you, but you have no way of predicting what the prosecution might say or do. Their goal is to win their case, and there are a variety of political factors to consider as well. You might be smart, but if you’re inexperienced, you won’t be able to anticipate their moves.
- They’re Innocent – You know you did nothing wrong, and perhaps you’re being accused of committing a crime you didn’t commit. The prosecution has a professional lawyer whose job is to get you convicted, regardless of whether or not you believe you’re innocent.
- They Have Witnesses – Even the best witnesses can have problems when they’re being cross-examined on the stand. It’s better to allow a professional to work with your witnesses so that they know what to expect.
Do you need help finding a Dallas criminal defense lawyer? We can help you find one that will represent you well. Please contact us.