Montgomery County Public Defender
Justice For All
Since 1976, the Montgomery County Law Office of the Public Defender has provided zealous and effective legal representation to indigent people accused of criminal conduct that can result in a loss of freedom. We provide these legal services to all persons and base qualification decisions solely on economic status.
Led by Theresa G. Haire, the office utilizes a holistic defense model designed to achieve better outcomes for our clients while still zealously protecting their fundamental rights, liberties and dignities.
What we do
The Law Office of the Public Defender operates to defend citizens who are accused of a criminal offense and who are at risk of going to jail. This includes:
- Felonies
- Misdemeanors
- Preliminary Hearings
- Extraditions
- Juvenile Delinquency
- Appeals
NEWS & EVENTS
Driver’s License Reinstatement Clinics
UPDATE! UPDATE! UPDATE! The first Driver's License Clinic of the New Year is NEXT FRIDAY, January 16, 2026, from 1pm - 3pm Location: Main...
MCPD Commission Meeting
Montgomery County Public Defender Commission Meeting will be held August 28, 2025, at the Reibold Building on the 4th floor in the...
PSA – RECORD SEALING SERVICES UPDATE
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT!!! The Montgomery County Public Defender’s Office would like to inform the community that we will be...
