People with adult criminal cases are required by state law to meet financial eligibility guidelines in order to qualify for a public defender, except in proceedings under Chapters 51, 55, and 980.
Determining eligibility
Contact the SPD office that covers the county where your case is located to complete the financial eligibility form.
Our process to determine your eligibility considers your:
- Income
- Assets (including spousal income and assets)
- Family size
- Type of case
How does it work?
We know that the legal system can be scary and overwhelming, especially if you don’t know what to expect. The staff at one of our 40 local offices can help.
Fees
Get more information about how to apply and what fees you can expect.
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