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Do-it-Yourself Law
On Your Side Radio - August 31, 2000

The old saying '..if you want something done right, then do it yourself’ doesn't necessarily apply to every situation. Today OYSR spoke to experts on both sides of the Do-it-Yourself Law fence.

Guests:

Jim Turner, Attorney

Attorney Jim Turner introduced us to his book " Citizen's Legal Manual to Do-it-Yourself Law". Turner also spoke about Halt, an action group advocating legal reform.

For more information, visit this web site at www.halt.org.

Tim Powers, Attorney

Attorney Tim Powers gave some guidelines for those who decide to go the Do-it-Yourself way. Powers spelled out what people can and cannot legally do for themselves.

For more information, visit www.timpowers.com

David Skank, Attorney

Attorney David Skank shared his opinions of the latest Do-it-Yourself Law software.

Judge Phil Barker, Dallas District Court System

Dallas Judge Phil Barker explained why he discourages citizens from arguing for their own defense.

Sidekick Segment:

On the Tech Side with OYSR's technical specialist John Cochran. OYSR Sidekick John Cochran took a look at a few Do-it-Yourself law software kits.