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Navigating the Legal System: Tips for Defending Yourself in Court

• When defending yourself in court, it is important to be aware of potential tricks and tactics used by judges and government actors.
• It is crucial to avoid acknowledging or recognizing the opposing side's arguments, as this may imply consent to their jurisdiction.
• The court system may make it seem as though you have no rights or recourse, and that the Constitution does not apply in their administrative court.
• The correct attitude to take in court is that of a belligerent claimant, who is willing to engage in sustained combat to protect their rights.
• Rights are not accorded to passive resistors, individuals who are ignorant of their rights, or those who are indifferent to their rights.
• Attorneys cannot claim rights on behalf of individuals, emphasizing the importance of representing oneself in court.
• To claim rights in a court of law, one must have a sworn claim as a plaintiff and be willing to engage in sustained combat.
• It is possible to avoid going to court altogether by understanding how to handle different situations.
• Examples of scenarios include being handed a citation for a traffic violation and knowing how to handle it without going to court.
• Understanding the concept of "refusing for cause" and properly serving the citation back to its presenter can help avoid court appearances.
• Even if you have to enter court, it is important to maintain your position and not plead guilty or admit to the offense.
• There may be limited case histories of sovereign individuals prevailing against government actors, as many cases are dismissed and not entered into official records.

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