DeKalb County Public Defender's Office

The 6th Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees that the accused has the right to an attorney in all criminal cases. The Law Office of the DeKalb County Public Defender provides legal representation to those unable to afford an attorney in all criminal cases in DeKalb County. The office promotes equal justice, fairness and respect for all people in the judicial system through effective and excellent legal advocacy. Students will assist public defenders in representing clients and some students may be able to appear in court under Georgia's Student Practice Act.