If I was in an accident that was my fault and I was criminally cited, do you recommend that I have a lawyer at my court date?

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If I was in an accident that was my fault and I was criminally cited, do you recommend that I have a lawyer at my court date?

Both cars were totaled. The other party had some injuries and was hospitalized for a few days. I had 4 citations and my court date is about 2 weeks. The citations were for: improper lane usage, not reducing speed, lack of insurance card, and illegal transport of alcohol.

Asked on April 22, 2015 under Criminal Law, Illinois

Answers:

S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

It would be advisable to be represented by an attorney since there is a criminal case against you on the charge of illegal transportation of alcohol.

In the future, you will also need an attorney to represent you when you are sued by the party who was injured in the accident.  If that party has uninsured motorist coverage, that party's insurance company will sue you for the amount it pays on the claim.


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