If you are appearing in court without the aid of an attorney, you are what the court refers to as a pro se [pro’say] litigant–that is you are “appearing for yourself”. You may be a little apprehensive due to your lack of familiarity with courtroom procedure and formalities. This information sheet is designed to give you some basic information about the procedures that will be followed in the courtroom. The information provided here is very general and may not apply the same in each individual case.
Representing Yourself (PDF)
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