May a federal parolee have an attorney at a preliminary interview and revocation hearing?

Yes. You have the right to an attorney of your choice, or you may request to have the court appoint you an attorney if you can’t afford your own.^[1087]

You do not have a constitutional right to have an attorney at your parole revocation hearing, but you will most likely qualify for an attorney if you cannot afford one.^[1088] You should apply for an attorney with the District Court in your judicial district. It is your responsibility to tell your lawyer the time and place of the hearing.^[1089]

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   28 C.F.R. § 2.48(b). ↑

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   18 U.S.C. § 3006A(a)(1)(E). ↑

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   28 C.F.R. § 2.48(b). ↑