NSW First Offence DUI - Take Character Reference to Court?

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Crittyj

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Hi,

I was charged with DUI med range, first offence. I have been advised to attend court and represent myself. If I obtain some character references, do you have to present them to the court prior to the hearing date or just take them along with you?

Thanks very much
 

Tim W

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I have been advised to attend court and represent myself.
By whom?
Don't be taking the advice of Constable Friendly on how to conduct your defence.
Get yourself a solicitor.
 

Serge Gorval

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By whom?
Don't be taking the advice of Constable Friendly on how to conduct your defence.
Get yourself a solicitor.

@Tim W is spot on with this one. Get yourself a legal representative. I find that the magistrate is more forthcoming when they can see that you're taking this seriously. To see the difference, i suggest you pop down to court one day and see how representation vs no representation pans out.