The Value of the Four P's- Al Voss (Post from Scott)

Stephen Arnold

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Oct '25 • S/OG Archives 🎩

Poise, Patience, Pacing and Public Speaking!

On several occasions I've successfully defended myself in court,

Small Claims, Traffic and Trial courts.

The method is to do a little legal research which is easy.

At court, being patient at all times helps with poise, in other words not being triggered emotionally as the charges are read and the plaintiff lies, the police distort the truth, or the prosecutor makes you seem like public enemy number one.

Public speaking confidence applies when it is time to refute the allegations, complaints and charges.

Being able to examine a witness or cross examine is essential. Speaking clearly and using good grammar coupled with the patience and poise in a crowded courtroom does impress a judge because he will know ahead of time if you are a lawyer or law school graduate. I've never been to law school.

I've won in Small Claims both times.

I've prevailed in Traffic Court 11 times and in Trial Court twice. One was an aggravated assault charge, one was a DWI/DUI charge.

To date, I have a clean or blank criminal record and my last moving violation was 25 years ago this month.

And no charges pending.

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