Texas - Can I Have a Say In Who My Court Appointed Attorney Is?

Can you request a specific attorney? The answer is yes, you can ask for a particular attorney, but it's ultimately up to the judge's discretion. I explain that the court must consider the interests of the defendant, the state, and judicial administration when making this decision. If the request is made early enough, it typically won't disrupt court scheduling or state interests.

In sum, the court can assign a specific attorney already on the appointment list for “good cause” which in lay terms means discretion. In general, might not hurt to ask depending on the type of charge and when the process is very early.

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