Self-Representation
/ˌselfˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/
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- (n.) The act of representing oneself in a legal proceeding without the assistance of a lawyer.
The defendant chose self-representation during the trial to present his own case.
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Commentary
Self-representation is commonly referred to as 'pro se' in U.S. law; it involves personal responsibility for legal strategy and procedure.
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