The Clinton County Public Defender's Office is located in Plattsburgh, NY. With one Public Defender, one Chief Assistant Public Defender, four Assistant Public Defenders, one Junior Assistant Public Defender, this office serves indigent criminal defendants throughout Clinton County. The Public Defender's Office is dedicated to the fair representation of all persons in Clinton County who cannot afford legal representation when charged with a criminal action. It is the goal of the Public Defender's Office and its staff to provide efficient and cost-effective representation in every criminal court in Clinton County. An applicant for assignment of counsel is presumptively eligible if the Applicant's net income is at or below 250% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines. An individual must apply for a public defender by completing the Application form available on their website. Applications are accepted after reviewing the application and income eligibility. Individuals may contact the Clinton County Public Defenders directly for more information or to file a claim.