Des Moines Public Defender in Polk County, Iowa

When contacting or visiting a public defender office, be prepared to provide your case number, court date, charging information, and documentation supporting your financial eligibility for appointed counsel. Des Moines Public Defender is located at 505 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA. All communications with your public defender are strictly confidential under attorney-client privilege.

About Des Moines Public Defender

The Des Moines Public Defender, located in Des Moines, IA, represents defendants who cannot afford an attorney. The Public Defender fulfills the Constitutional guarantee of the right to have an attorney. In Des Moines, the Public Defender Office provides legal representation to individuals facing incarceration without the financial means to hire their own lawyer.

• Requesting appointed counsel and financial eligibility requirements at Des Moines Public Defender
• Contacting your assigned public defender and providing case information
• Understanding your rights and the criminal court process
• Post-conviction assistance, appeals, and record expungement inquiries