Public Defender's Office | Minnehaha County
413 N. Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Eligibility
Hours
Interpretation services
Language Line available
Application process
Apply through the clerk of courts.
Fees
Set by court.
Service area
Minnehaha County, SD
Other Information
Age Group
Description
Public defenders are provided individuals who cannot afford an attorney for criminal cases, including both magistrate and circuit court, abuse and neglect cases, juvenile matters, mental health committals, and alcohol committals. Applications for counsel are available at the Clerk of Courts Office or online. If a Judge determines an individual meets the financial qualifications for a court-appointed attorney, an attorney will be assigned. Court-appointed attorney rates for the state of South Dakota are reviewed and set by the South Dakota Supreme Court on an annual basis. Clients will be billed at an hourly rate of $100.00, and reimbursement for such services may be ordered pursuant to the provisions of SDCL 23A-40-10.
Data provided by
HLC211 Helpline Center
Providing organization
Minnehaha County
Serving the citizens of Minnehaha County.