Trial Is a Week Away. Is He Ready to Represent Himself? | TCF Live #415

The Courtroom Files · Nov 10, 2026 · 3h 5m

Trial is a week away. A man plans to represent himself, and Judge Culotta walks him through what that means, from picking a jury to asking the court to keep out evidence.

This is the full TCF Live audio replay of multiple real hearings with Dan's commentary. Also in this episode:

• A defense lawyer asks for a $50 bond after 177 days in jail.

• Judge Wiggins weighs jail and treatment after a .379 BAC.

• A plea offer is still on the table two days before trial. Will the judge hear it?

Chapters:

0:00 - Opening

0:10 - Domestic violence arraignment

1:21 - Second domestic violence arraignment

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