Fourth Judicial District, TN Public Defender’s Office

The Fourth Judicial District Public Defender's Office is located in Newport, TN. With one District Public Defender and other supporting legal staff, this office represents indigent defendants in criminal cases in the Cocke, Jefferson, Sevier, and Grainger counties. The Public Defender ensures that every accused citizen, regardless of financial resources, receives zealous and effective representation as mandated by the United States and Tennessee Constitutions. 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. For any clarification on the services provided by the Fourth District Public Defender's Office, please reach out to them using the contact information provided here.