The New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled that, while it is likely not a smart move strategically, a parent involved in a case in which he or she may lose parental rights does have the right to represent himself or herself in the termination proceedings.

In a unanimous ruling, the court said on Monday that, with certain limitations, requests for self-representation in parental-rights termination matters are not barred by statute.

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