Pennington County, SD Public Defender’s Office

The Law Office of the Pennington County Public Defender is located in Rapid City, SD. This office is appointed by the courts of Pennington County to represent all indigent persons who, by law, are entitled to be represented by an attorney in the proceeding in which they are involved. With one Director, one Assistant Director and 15 Attorneys on Staff, the Pennington County Public Defender's Office primarily represents adults and juveniles charged with crimes. The attorneys also represent persons for mental and alcohol commitments, other juvenile court proceedings, and appeals and post-conviction proceedings. The roles and responsibilities of Pennington County Public Defender's Office are to provide legal representation, consultation, and advice to clients, represent clients through criminal investigative proceedings, create a defense plan, conduct investigative legal research, and interview the necessary clients and witnesses, work closely with clients, discuss relevant information and strategies. If you wish to have more information, please contact the Pennington County Public Defender by accessing the contact information listed here.