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can a judge refuse a court appointed attorney?

Asked on May 11th, 2016 on General Practice - Tennessee
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My 80 yr old mother was caught shoplifting, and cant afford an attorney
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Patrick Johnson
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Yes the judge can refuse to appoint an attorney if he feels that the defendant can afford to pay an attorney.
Answered on May 11th, 2016 at 7:29 PM

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