PUBLIC DEFENDER | OFFICE OF THE OHIO PUBLIC DEFENDER

Provides legal representation and other services for those accused of crime that who cannot afford to hire their own attorney. Focuses on the appeals and post-trial activities of criminal and death penalty cases. Also offers representation at trial when requested by the courts, as well as parole and probation revocation hearings for the adults and juvenile inmates currently imprisoned in Ohio. Other services include technical services, educational programs, and assistance to court-appointed attorneys throughout the state.

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Physical Address

250 East Broad Street, Suite 1400, Columbus, OH 43215

Hours

Varies. Call for details.

Application process

Call the office or visit the website for more information.

Fee

No fee.

Eligibility

Serves residents of Ohio.

Languages

None.

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OFFICE OF THE OHIO PUBLIC DEFENDER

The Office of the Ohio Public Defender is the state agency responsible for providing legal representation and other services for those accused of crime but who cannot afford to hire their own attorney.