Camden County, NC Public Defender’s Office

The Office of Public Defender for Camden County is a part of the First Defender District in North Carolina. With Public Defenders, Panel Attorneys and other legal staff, this office provides legal representation to individuals that are financially unable to retain an attorney without substantial hardship in the Camden County Courts. The Public Defenders assist in cases with any charge that carries the possibility of an active sentence or a fine of more than $500. The organization works daily to make the Constitution's right to counsel for those charged with crimes or who face significant deprivations of their liberty. The Camden County Office is governed by the Office of Indigent Defense Services (IDS). IDS works diligently to anticipate and resolve systemic issues impacting defenders and their clients. If you are charged with an eligible crime in Camden County, you may reach out to the Office of Public Defender in Camden County by accessing the contact information listed here.