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    Dec 5, 2010, 06:56 PM
    Help I have been denied a public defender
    I have been denied a public defender because they said the household income is too high, I can't afford to hire a private attorney so what can I do now. Need help asap court is 12/27/10. Ty f.y.I I live in NY state. I'm facing a Felony charge as well as 2 misdemeanors.
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    Dec 5, 2010, 08:28 PM

    You can appeal this to the judge, but they have their guidelines, many people do not qualify for a public defender,

    So you need to try and find one who will let you make payments, or start working on your own defense
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