How can I obtain a court appointed attorney before the next hearing?
If the next court hearing is not in the near future, you may request an attorney in writing and submit it to the judicial officer on the case. Be sure to include your name, the name of the child or children, the next court date, your relation to the child, and how you may be reached. You should explain why you would like an attorney and why you do not want to wait until the next scheduled court date. You may deliver the letter to the court at 1500 Court St., Room 319, Redding, CA 96001. The judicial officer will decide if you are entitled to have an attorney appointed. If you are entitled, the judicial officer may appoint an attorney even without your appearing in court. The attorney will then contact you.
