Darke County, OH Public Defender’s Office

The Darke County Contracts with the nonprofit Indigent Legal Assistance Fund of West Central Ohio. The office is located in Greenville, OH. With one attorney and supporting staff, this office provides legal representation and other services to people accused or convicted of a crime who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Their mission is to advocate, fight and help, their vision is for a fair justice system and their values are compassion, dignity, equity, integrity, service, and community. The Public Defender's office strives to provide professional and knowledgeable legal services to indigent clients who are at risk of losing their liberty. The right to counsel guaranteed to every American citizen accused of a crime is embodied in the Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution and made applicable to the states through the Fourteenth Amendment. An integral component of the right to counsel is the right to court-appointed counsel for those unable to hire an attorney. For any clarification on the services of the Darke County Public Defender's office, reach out to them using the contact information provided here.