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1. How do I apply for a Public Defender for a criminal matter?

Contact the Washington County Assigned Counsel Office at 518-746-2403.

Application for Assigned Counsel

2. How do I apply for a Public Defender in Family Court?

Contact the Washington County Assigned Counsel Office at (518) 746-2403.

Application for Assigned Counsel

3. How do I apply for a Public Defender from the Washington County Correctional Facility?

Request an application and complete the application and request that it be faxed to the Washington County Assinged counsel Office at (518) 746-2406.

4. Where is the office located?

The Washington County Assigned Counsel Office is located at: 

Washington County Municipal Center
Building C - Basement
383 Broadway
Fort Edward, NY 12828 

5. What do I need to bring to my appointment?

Along with your Application, you are encouraged to provide the following information to assist us in determining your eligibility for assignment of counsel: · Charges, Complaints, Summonses, Tickets, Supporting Depositions and/or statements · Identification: (Driver’s license, DMV I.D., Social Security card, Military I.D., Learner’s Permit, Medicaid Card, Passport, Green Card or Government issued I.D.)

Application for Assigned Counsel

6. How do I contact my attorney?

After your application is approved, you will be provided with the contact information of your attorney.

7. Does the Public Defender’s Office handle evictions?

The Public Defender's Office does not handle evictions. Please contact the Legal Aid Society.

8. Does the Public Defender’s Office handle divorces?

The Public Defender's Office does not handle divorce cases. Please contact the Legal Aid Society