Justice

Should people be allowed to defend themselves legally instead of hiring a lawyer?

For

It respects personal freedom and choice.

Against

Most people do not understand the law and will harm their case.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • You have the right represent yourself in any case. It's called pro-se.
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • doesn't it seem a little unjust if you have no right to advocate on your own behalf in court?
    RedditOriginal language: English

Against

  • Because you generally don't know the law nor court procedure.
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • people with no practice in litigation are going to do a terrible job making their case.
    RedditOriginal language: English
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