Cortland County Public Defender’s Office provides legal defense services to individuals who cannot afford private counsel in Cortland County, New York. As part of the county’s commitment to fair legal representation, the office ensures that every eligible individual receives competent, ethical, and zealous advocacy through all stages of criminal proceedings. The attorneys within the office represent clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges, appeals, and occasionally parole or probation matters.

This public defender’s office operates in accordance with constitutional standards, ensuring due process and the preservation of legal rights for underserved populations. In addition to criminal defense, the office may support clients in related legal matters, such as family court cases, when constitutionally required. Attorneys employed here are licensed professionals with a commitment to public service, working closely with courts, law enforcement, and social service agencies. Their role is vital in maintaining the integrity and fairness of the criminal justice system in Cortland County.

For more information, visit: https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/345/Public-Defender

Key Services:

– Criminal defense representation for indigent individuals
– Legal representation in felony and misdemeanor cases
– Defense services in juvenile and family court (when assigned)
– Legal counsel during arraignment, trial, and appeal
– Guidance through probation or parole hearings (as applicable)
– Advocacy for defendants’ constitutional rights throughout proceedings