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Definition: A required court inquiry when a defendant expresses dissatisfaction with their attorney and wants to represent themselves. The judge must determine if the defendant's waiver of counsel is knowing, voluntary, and intelligent.
Category: Court Process · Statute: Nelson v. State (1978) · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Nelson Inquiry in Florida
A required court inquiry when a defendant expresses dissatisfaction with their attorney and wants to represent themselves. The judge must determine if the defendant's waiver of counsel is knowing, voluntary, and intelligent.
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