To apply for a Public Defender attorney for adult case representation, please provide the following:
- Driver’s License or Photo ID
- Criminal Complaint and Affidavit
- Pay stubs for last three pay periods
- Current social security / welfare statements
- Prior year’s W-2 or Tax Returns
- Property tax for any and all property owned
- Balance of mortgage on property
- Car payment bill
- If married, Federal Income tax for spouse
- A letter from who is supporting you, if you do not have an income
- Any other information asked for by the Public Defenders office
If financial documentation cannot be provided, you must provide a reason for your inability to provide this information.
Applications must be brought into the office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
It takes approximately 48 hours to be approved for a Public Defender.