Can I speak for my child at trial?

No. A person who is not licensed to practice law cannot represent someone in court, even their own child. This is called the unauthorized practice of law.

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1. Can’t we just pay the fine and be done with it?
2. Can my child come to court alone so I don’t have to take off work?
3. How should my child plead?
4. Will my child have a record?
5. What does “expunction” mean?
6. Can my child have a court appointed attorney to represent him/her?
7. Can I speak for my child at trial?
8. How much will my child have to pay?
9. How does community service work?
10. Where can I find an alcohol or tobacco class?