· 3/5/2024
In the Int. of: M.L.J.P., Petition of: A.M.C.
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- assuming that Marshall’s response that he did not believe his appointed counsel was qualified meant that he wanted to proceed pro se
- reiterating the preeminence of the right to counsel and that the right to self-representation “does not attach unless and until it is asserted” (quotations omitted)
- “Marshall never clearly stated his desire to proceed pro se. When asked to choose among the three options presented by the court — (1) continue with his appointed counsel, (2) represent himself with the aid of standby counsel, or (3
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Judges: Per Curiam
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