Vision
The County of Monterey Public Defender’s Office provides a client-centered practice giving a voice to those most vulnerable in our community. We fight for those who cannot afford to fight for themselves. We use all available resources to ensure each client receives excellent and individualized representation. By fighting for the individual client, we protect the constitutional rights of all.
Mission Statement
The mission of the County of Monterey Public Defender’s Office is to effectively, efficiently, and zealously defend the Constitutional and statutory rights of indigent defendants, juveniles, and community members in criminal and post sentence relief, and limited civil proceedings, by developing strong attorney-client relationships, and by working with our Public Safety Partners, community members and organizations to insure our clients will thrive as members of Monterey County thereby promoting a thriving, safe and secure environment.