Are considering whether you should retain a lawyer to represent you in a criminal proceeding?  Your choices are to hire a private lawyer, proceed with a public defender, if you qualify and one is appointed, or to represent yourself.  In this episode, we help explain why you might want to seriously consider retaining a private attorney and, if you do, what you can expect to spend.   By listening to this podcast episode you will become informed on what you can expect as we navigate the halls of justice together.  If you are looking for information, this podcast episode will help familiarize you with the legal process.  Please be aware that this podcast should not be considered legal advice.  This is informational only, no different that reading about a law firm's services on a website.  There is nothing about this podcast that should imply an attorney-client relationship exists.  You will need to specifically retain legal services.  You should not solely rely on anything you hear on this podcast.  There is no substitute for legal advice you have received from your lawfully retained attorney.  If you want to retain this law firm, please contact us at 309-839-2024 or visit us on the web at www.srtriallawyers.com.