Washington County, NC Public Defender’s Office

The Washington County Public Defender's Office is located in Plymouth, NC. Washington County falls under the 2nd Defender District, covering Beaufort, Hyde, Martin and Tyrrell counties. With Public Defenders, Staff Attorneys and other legal staff, this office offers legal representation to indigent criminal defendants in the WashingtonCounty Courts. The Public Defenders assist in cases with any charge that carries the possibility of an active sentence or a fine of more than $500. The organization works daily to make the Constitution's right to counsel for those charged with crimes or who face significant deprivations of their liberty. The Washington County Office is governed by the Office of Indigent Defense Services (IDS). IDS works diligently to anticipate and resolve systemic issues impacting defenders and their clients. If you are charged with an eligible crime in Washington County, you may reach out to the Office of Public Defender in Washington County by accessing the contact information listed here.