Office Goals

  • Quickly undertake productive representation of those who qualify for service.
  • Investigate cases in a manner and within a time period which will provide each client with the level of service mandated by law.
  • Provide effective defense to all clients so that constitutional rights are guaranteed, including the right to a fair trial.
  • Administer resources wisely and promote efficiency in all office operations so that each client shall receive the service to which he is entitled by law.
  • Collaborate with other law and justice agencies to develop and implement legally appropriate and cost-effective alternative punishment and rehabilitation options.

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