Public Defender
provided by Monroe County Office of the Public Defender
Monroe County Office of the Public Defender
Rochester NY 14614
- 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
Cultural Competency
Language Access
Eligibility: Ages 16 years or older. Unable to afford private representation. Call for information.
Application Process: Referrals through the courts. Available at the request of the defendant. Call for information.
Required Documentation: Call for information. If under 18 years of age income of parent.
Fees: No fees for service. Except as ordered by the court when a person is able to pay a nominal fee.
Coverage Note: Monroe County.
Cultural Competency: Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion training for staff, Staff reflects population served
Languages: American Sign Language - Staff provides service in language offered, Staff provides in-person interpreter, Language line
The Public Defender’s Office represents indigent individuals in Criminal Court, and family court proceedings.