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MannyMore

Junior Member
What is the name of your mom's state? Henderson, KY

She is 70 yrs old and has deminshia. She was arrested for shoplifting. She has an attorney from previous divorce but she cannot afford the attorney. Is there a procedure to get a Public Defense attorney?

Any help will be greatfull...

Thank You....
 
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garrula lingua

Senior Member
When she appears in court, she should ask for a referral to the Public Defender (in some areas, this is simply called a court-appointed attorney).

In most jurisdictions, you only get to speak to the PD at, or after, your first court appearance.
 

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