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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Public Defender?
How do I get a Public Defender to represent me?
Will a Public Defender represent me if I’m a resident of another state?
Will a Public Defender represent me if I’m not a U.S. Citizen?
How do I get advice from a Public Defender before I appear in court?
What do I do if I’m arrested and/or in police custody? Am I allowed a lawyer?
I forgot the name of my Public Defender. How can I find out who he or she is?
I missed my court date. What do I do? Will I get arrested?
I forgot my court date. How do I found out when I’m supposed to show up to court?
Do I need to show up to court if my Public Defender will be there?
I can’t afford a lawyer. Will I have to pay to be represented by the Public Defender’s office?
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
What happens when a person is charged with a misdemeanor?
What happens when a person is charged with a felony?