I got arrested for shoplifting with $2.00 of nail polish on me, I am looking for a criminal defense attorney and I have no idea if I'll be able to afford it or not. Please help :(
Feels pretty stupid huh? Depending on whether you live in a big city or a small town, they may charge $200-400 per hour. Many will give you a flat fee to resolve something like this for like $1000-2000. When you go to court the first time, they will ask you if you have an attorney or if one should be appointed for you (public defender) if you cannot afford one (and you explain your financial situation to see if you qualify to get a PD).
Most operate on a flat price as an alternative of an hourly foundation, however some will work with the aid of the hour. The premiums fluctuate extensively. The whole lot is negotiable. If charged with capital murder, the rate can be someplace between 100K and a million. If charged with jaywalking, that is considerably less due to the fact it requires less work.
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Feels pretty stupid huh? Depending on whether you live in a big city or a small town, they may charge $200-400 per hour. Many will give you a flat fee to resolve something like this for like $1000-2000. When you go to court the first time, they will ask you if you have an attorney or if one should be appointed for you (public defender) if you cannot afford one (and you explain your financial situation to see if you qualify to get a PD).
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Most operate on a flat price as an alternative of an hourly foundation, however some will work with the aid of the hour. The premiums fluctuate extensively. The whole lot is negotiable. If charged with capital murder, the rate can be someplace between 100K and a million. If charged with jaywalking, that is considerably less due to the fact it requires less work.