Clearfield County, PA Public Defender’s Office

The Clearfield County, PA Public Defender’s Office is responsible for providing legal representation in criminal trials to any person who meets the financial guidelines and cannot afford their attorney. The office has one Chief Public Defender, attorneys and other supporting staff representing clients in state court proceedings from the first appearance before a judge through trial or hearing and appeals if necessary. The goal of the Public Defender is to provide a fully competent, effective, and ethical defense to each client whose cause has been entrusted to the Office for representation. The Public Defender’s Office strives to provide all mandated legal services effectively and efficiently and conduct that representation so that the county criminal justice system operates effectively, efficiently, and achieves justice for the citizens of Clearfield County. 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. If you require further information, kindly contact the Clearfield County Public Defender’s Office.