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Celebrating 110 Years of Advocacy

The Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office remains dedicated to justice, defending rights, and transforming lives through unwavering legal representation and social advocacy.
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Know Your Rights: Voting

Understanding your voting rights as a justice-involved individual empowers you to participate in democracy and ensures your voice is heard and respected.
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Student Program

Learn about our structured clerkship and internship programs that provide students mentorship from experienced defense attorneys and invaluable real-life experiences.
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Careers

Join our multidisciplinary team of advocates in the finest criminal defense firm in the nation, including investigators, paralegals, and social workers, to help provide a comprehensive and client-centered strategy.
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Outreach Court

The Community Outreach Court (COC) is a collaborative initiative spearheaded by the LA City Attorney’s Office, the LA County Public Defender’s Office, the LA County Alternate Public Defender’s Office, and the LA Mayor’s Office of Community Safety.
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LACPDO Receives Gold Eagle Award

LACPDO’s groundbreaking Neurocognitive Disorders Team was honored with the prestigious Gold Eagle Award at the 37th Annual County Quality and Productivity Awards
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Latest News

Statement by L.A. County Public Defender Ricardo D. García on the proposed legislation to address wildfire-related offenses
Public Defender’s Office, County Justice Leaders, and LA Mission College Launch New Program to Empower Justice-Involved Youth Through Education
LACPDO Receives County Quality and Productivity Commission’s Gold Eagle Award

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We are celebrating Cambodian Heritage Month this April by recognizing the traditions, culture, and resilient spirit of the Los Angeles Cambodian Community.
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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 Wednesday, April 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:25 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🔗
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As we recognize Arab American Heritage Month in April, we honor the impact and legacy of the local Arab American Community in Los Angeles County.
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April is Armenian History Month in Los Angeles County and we want to recognize the enduring contributions of the local Armenian Community.
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March 31st is International Transgender Day of Visibility!🏳️‍⚧️

We proudly stand with our trans community members —attorneys, staff, and clients alike.

We celebrate their courage and achievements and join them in the fight to amplify their voices.
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