This April is Second Chance Month. A past conviction can continue to limit access to jobs, housing, and opportunity long after a case is closed. At the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office, we work to remove those barriers—both in and out of the courtroom. In addition to defending our clients, we provide free record clearing and expungement services to support long-term stability. Learn more about our upcoming expungement events through the link in our bio.

This April 2026, our office will be providing record clearing services at various locations around LA County!
For more information click the link in our bio 🔗

If you or someone you know was arrested while demonstrating, our Rapid Response Team is available to provide guidance.

Si usted o alguien que conoce fue arrestado mientras protestaba, nuestro Equipo de Respuesta Rápida está disponible para brindar asistencia.

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we’re proud to honor the women whose leadership, expertise, and dedication drive the mission of the nation’s first and finest Public Defender’s Office.

We recognize Chief Deputy Justine Esack, whose leadership guides our daily operations, and our Assistant Public Defenders—Candis Glover, Graciela Martinez, Haydeh Takasugi, and Traci Blackburn—who lead the regions protecting the rights of our most vulnerable neighbors.

From Division Chiefs Monnica Thelen and La Mer Kyle-Griffiths, to Communications Director Natalin Daldalian, who ensure our staff have the support, training, and platforms they need to succeed, and that their voices are heard.

These women are not just leading our Office—they are shaping the future of public defense.