Pike County, MS Public Defender’s Office

The Pike County Public Defender's Office is located in Magnolia, MS. With four Felony Level Public Defenders, the Pike County Public Defender's Office ensures that every accused citizen, regardless of financial resources, receives zealous and effective representation as mandated by the United States and Mississippi 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 is generally provided to a court employee who reviews the financial information and recommends to the judge whether or not the person is eligible for government-paid counsel. Individuals determined to be eligible for court-appointed counsel do not have the right to choose who their attorney will be. However, they do have the right to have competent legal representation. For information about who qualifies for representation by the Pike County Public Defender's Office and how and when you can apply, please visit their website.