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PUBLIC DEFENDER | MONROE COUNTY OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER

10 North Fitzhugh Street, Rochester, NY 14614

Eligibility

Ages 16 years or older. Unable to afford private representation. Call for information.

Hours

M-F 8:45AM-5:00PM.

Languages

American Sign Language

Application process

Referrals through the courts. Available at the request of the defendant. Call for information.

Fees

No fees for service. Except as ordered by the court when a person is able to pay a nominal fee.

Service area

Monroe County, New York

Description

* Provides legal representation to individuals in Criminal Court, and Family Court proceedings. Advocates for the protection of the constitutional rights of its clients. Contributes to the efficient and effective operation of the criminal justice system in Monroe County where appropriate, advocates and works toward achieving results that have the greatest likelihood to help rehabilitate clients.

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MONROE COUNTY OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER

The Public Defender's Office represents indigent individuals in Criminal Court, and family court proceedings.