Can you represent yourself in court?

If you have been charged with a criminal offence, you have the option of representing yourself in court rather than hiring a criminal defence lawyer.  However, as we are all aware, just because you can do something doesn’t mean that it’s a good idea.

Many people facing criminal charges feel hopeless.  They think that they will be convicted whether or not they hire a lawyer, so they are better off saving themselves the cost of a lawyer’s fees.  Never give up hope.  There are a number of ways in which Frank Genesee, an experienced criminal defence lawyer servicing the Cambridge area can help to improve the outcome of your case.

Call Frank Genesee today at (647) 946-8303 to get the expert help you need.

Hiring Frank Genesee will level the playing field.

Criminal law is a complex mix of legislation, common law and precedents (past decisions made by the court) and procedure (rules and regulations). You deserve the best outcome possible, but you don’t have the expertise necessary to get in on your own.  You need Frank Genesee on your side.

Upon meeting with you, Frank Genesee will analyze your case and determine if the charges against you can be proved. You are innocent until proven guilty.  If the prosecution does not have the evidence necessary to prove your guilt, the charges against you must be dismissed.  You don’t want to enter a guilty plea to a charge if you are unlikely to be convicted at trial.  Frank Genesee will ensure that you are fully informed before you enter a plea of guilty or not guilty.

If your case proceeds to trial, your guilt or innocence will be decided by a judge who is an expert in criminal law and courtroom procedure.  A crown prosecutor, also a criminal law expert, will present the evidence against you to the judge.  Do you want to be the only person in the room who is not well versed in criminal law? Hiring Frank Genesee will provide you with an expert of your own and keep things on an even playing field.