propria persona

Definition of "propria persona"
  1. Representing oneself in a legal proceeding, without the help of a lawyer
How to use "propria persona" in a sentence
  1. He chose to fight the case in propria persona rather than hiring a lawyer.
  2. Appearing in court in propria persona can be challenging for people without legal training.
  3. The judge asked if he was comfortable with his decision to proceed in propria persona.
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