Suffolk Public Defender’s Office, VA

The Virginia Indigent Defense Commission has a branch office located in Suffolk, VA. With a team of Public Defenders and Staff Attorneys, this office handles trial and appellate cases. They take all types of cases from misdemeanors to felony rape and murder and all appeals from State courts, General District, Juvenile and Circuit Courts. They aim to protect the Constitutional right to counsel for people who cannot afford to hire their lawyer. The Virginia Indigent Defense Commission administers the Suffolk Public Defender's Office. The commission enforces the mandatory Standards of Practice for Court-Appointed Counsel, which sets out detailed expectations for attorneys seeking appointments in criminal cases. Within their office, the Suffolk Public Defenders receive support from their in-house defense team composed of VIDC employed Paralegals, Investigators, Mitigation Specialists, and Office Managers. The VIDC is dedicated to protecting and defending the rights and dignity of its clients through zealous, compassionate, high-quality legal advocacy. For any clarification on the services of Suffolk Public Defenders, reach out to them using the contact information provided here.