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During Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, lasting contributions, and resilience of Los Angeles’ Hispanic communities—and the many ways they strengthen our County.
📣Young people: your voice matters! The LA Youth: Know Your Rights campaign gives you the tools to understand your civic rights, take action, talk to trusted adults, and protect your mental well-being. 🔗 Explore the campaign + access resources: dyd.lacounty.gov/KYR
Today is National IT Professionals Day, and we want to take a moment to recognize the essential role our IT Division plays in serving our clients. Operating behind the scenes are the dedicated information technology professionals who keep our systems running securely and our teams connected. Happy National Information Technology Professionals Day and thank you for all that you do!
Today, @randcorporation published their findings for the independent workload study designed specifically to assess the work and capacity required within our Office. Commissioned in 2024, the study provides a data-informed assessment of Los Angeles Public Defender workload, looking beyond case counts to examine the time and complexity involved in moving cases from filing through resolution.
Read the full report through the link in our bio 🔗
We are recapping our August Defender Digest edition by highlighting the work that keeps our communities informed, supported, and connected. From our Know Your Rights survey to our award-winning services, this edition takes a closer look at how our Office is making an impact across LA County.
Explore community events, resources, stories, and more—and stay connected with the latest from the Public Defender’s Office.
Subscribe to Defender Digest and get future editions delivered straight to your inbox. Link in bio!
Happy Labor Day! In observance of this holiday, our office hours and services will be impacted. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday September 8, 2026.
September 2026, our office will be providing record clearing services at various locations around LA County!
For more information click the link in our bio 🔗
Join us for an upcoming blood drive in partnership with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles—an opportunity to give back and support lifesaving care for patients across Los Angeles County.
The drive will take place on Thursday, Sept 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at the San Fernando office (950 First St., San Fernando, CA 91340). Sign up for a time slot through the link in our bio🔗
