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Criminal

Apr. 30, 2019

Public defender joins Avenatti for arraignment

The embattled attorney was temporarily appointed counsel as he said he’s finalizing his agreement with private attorneys

Public defender joins Avenatti for arraignment
Michael J. Avenatti

SANTA ANA -- A federal public defender represented Michael J. Avenatti as he pleaded not guilty Monday to a 36-count indictment in federal court, a temporary arrangement that could become permanent if he doesn't finalize an agreement with private counsel.

Avenatti planned to represent himself during the brief proceeding before U.S. Magistrate Judge John D. Early, but Early said he'd hold a "colloquy" with Avenatti as he would other ...

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