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Under the constitutions of the United States and the state of Florida, you are entitled to an attorney at no cost to yourself at every stage of a criminal proceeding. Attorneys that are appointed to represent you under those circumstances are referred to as “public defenders.”
However, know that although public defenders work very hard, they are usually overwhelmed by enormous caseloads as budget cuts and other pressures mean that their offices are understaffed and under pressure. This can me n a less than effective defense that could leave you facing the serious consequences of a criminal conviction.
Given the potential loss of your freedom and the other harsh consequences of a conviction, you should give serious thought to whether to leave your defense and your future to chance simply to save a few dollars.
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