Baltimore County, MD Public Defender’s Office

The Baltimore County Public Defender's Office is located in Towson, Maryland. With one Acting District Public Defender, one Deputy District Public Defender, one Supervising Attorney in the District Court, and two Supervising Attorneys in the Circuit Court, this Public Defender's office specializes in legal representation for indigent clients with criminal, juvenile, parental defense, and involuntary commitment proceedings in Baltimore County. Its mission is to advocate for securing justice, protecting civil rights, and preserving liberty. They have been the voice of the voiceless across Maryland since 1972. An individual must apply for a public defender by completing a detailed financial statement and agreeing to provide documentation concerning income, assets, and debts for the person and the person’s spouse, if any. This information generally is provided to a court employee who reviews the financial information and makes a recommendation to the judge on whether or not the person is eligible for government-paid counsel. If you have any questions about this organization, please use the contact information on the right-hand side of the page.