If you have to go to court because you are accused of destruction of personal property, do you need a lawyer for this?
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If you have to go to court because you are accused of destruction of personal property, do you need a lawyer for this?
Or is there something specific we should know before we go? I’m unsure of amount of damage but it is a broken window and I think a laptop.
Asked on December 8, 2013 under Criminal Law, Missouri
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
You do not need to have an attorney when you appear in court concerning the malicious mischief matter that you have written about. Howver, having an experienced attorney with you would be of a great benefit to you. One in your community can be found on attorneypages.com.
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