How do I get a public defender to represent me? Where do I go?

You will have to ask the judge to appoint the Office of the Public Defender to represent you. Whether or not the judge appoints an attorney to represent you will depend on how serious the charges are and whether the judge believes that you could afford to hire your own attorney. If you ask for an attorney, you will probably be asked questions about your financial situation. In order to request an attorney, you should contact the clerk of the county court who will schedule you before a judge.

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1. How do I get a public defender to represent me? Where do I go?
2. Where is your office? How do I get there?
3. Do I need a Public Defender to file for divorce, work out child support, or solve landlord/tenant problems?
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