Lubbock Private Defender’s Office, TX

The Lubbock Private Defender's Office in TX represents indigent people accused of a crime who cannot afford to pay for a private attorney. The Lubbock Private Defender's Office is a nonprofit corporation that supports the effective administration of fair justice to all. Their vision is to support superior criminal defense services for: clients who know their rights are defended, attorneys who thrive with experience and mentorship, courts who trust them for effective and conscientious management of their appointments, employees who are proud to be involved, and lawmakers who look to them as the gold standard for court appointment management. With one Public Defender, attorneys, and other supporting staff, the Office provides legal representation to indigent defendants who cannot pay for private counsel and risk losing their liberty if convicted. The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public trial without unnecessary delay and the right to a lawyer. Individuals may contact the organization directly or work through an attorney for more information or to file a claim.