There is no set statewide asset level that automatically makes one eligible for the services of a Public Defender in California. Eligibility depends not only on assets, but also on income, debts, rent, and other factors. Criteria may also vary from county to county. You will need to contact the court or the local Public Defender office to find out what their criteria are. You will also need to provide your financial details - not just assets, but everything else that affects your ability to afford a private attorney.
The first related link below is the Los Angeles County Public Defender's "frequently asked questions" page; scroll down to the question "How much can I earn and still be eligible for the services of a Public Defender?" for that office's answer. This is just an example; other offices will have a similar answer, but you will have to contact them individually for details.
The second related link has links to Public Defender office websites in California; scroll down to your county and click the link to go to the local office's website, which will have their contact information and may also have details about their financial criteria.
Bonding out of jail and requesting a public defender are two entirely separate things. Public defenders are appointed on the basis of financial need. If you can qualify (thru income) for a a public defender, one will be appointed. If you have more then the minimum financial resources, no, you will not get one.
Yes. If you qualify for one.
If you qualify financially, the Public Defender's Office is available.
YES! If the Judge feels you do not qualify under the law and have adequate means of paying for one, then you will not get one.
If you meet the qualifications to be represented by a public defender, one will be appointed for you. Usually, the biggest qualifying/disqualifying factor is whether you have the income to hire your own attorney or not.It must be for a criminal case - Public Defenders are not supplied for civil cases. You must qualify by income level. If your income is above a certain level you will not qualify for a Public Defender and you must supply your own.
The duration of The Public Defender is 1.15 hours.
The Public Defender was created on 1931-08-01.
Of course not! A public defender is paid by the public and represents the defendant.
No. She will still need to request or apply for the public defender's services. You'll probably need to meet with them prior to the court date to discuss how to proceed. Contact the court to inquire about how to apply for the PD's services, and about whether she'll qualify.
If you are referring to a "Public Defender," you must fall below a certain income level in order qualify for free legal representation.
You have to ask the court to appoint an attorney because you can't afford to hire one. The court will arrange an interview with Indigent Defense or the Public Defender's Office, who will determine if you qualify for their services based on your income. The related source below has links to state Public Defender Services, and to local Public Defender and Indigent Defense offices. Click the links for their contact information, and for more details about their services and procedures.
The responibilities of a public defender in a courtroom is that they love to drink coffee.♥