Legal Representation | Alternate Defender Office
627 Ferry Street, Martinez, CA 94553
Eligibility
Must be an indigent individual facing criminal charges and must first be referred by the Public Defender's Office
Required documents
Call for information
Hours
Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm
925-608-9800
Voice - Main Number
Languages
English and Spanish
Application process
Must be referred by the Public Defender's Office
Fees
None
Service area
Contra Costa County
Description
Provides free criminal defense to indigent individuals in which a case involves two or more parties. Public defender is unable to provide defense to both parties and one party must be referred to the Alternate Defenders Office for proper criminal representation.
What's Here
Providing organization
Contra Costa County Public Defenders Office
Provides legal representation for indigent persons accused of crimes in Contra Costa County. Offers assistance with clearing prior criminal records through the (Clean Slate Program).