How do I get a Public Defender / Court Appointed Attorney?
You must appear in court within 14 days of your arraignment to make a request for a court appointed attorney. A court appointed attorney is available only on criminal charges. The Judge will make a decision at that time as to whether you qualify for a court appointed attorney or not. If an attorney is appointed it does not mean the attorney is free, and you may be required to pay a portion of the fees. When your case is completed, the Judge may determine that you will be responsible for all, none or for a percentage of the bill when known.
Related Questions
- Does the court pay for a public defender or court-appointed attorney to have an interpreter at his/her office for interviews or to translate written documents, such as a letter?
- COURT APPOINTED ATTORNEYS / PUBLIC DEFENDER Q. If I plan to deny a juvenile delinquency charge, how can I determine if I qualify for public defender?
- Can you change a public defender to a state appointed attorney?
