Public Counsel | Iowa State Public Defender - Des Moines
Resource Name:Public Counsel | Iowa State Public Defender - Des Moines
address
109 South Court Street, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Ottumwa Public Defender Office
Eligibility
Open to individuals who qualify for court-appointed legal representation based on their financial circumstances and type of case
Required documents
Complete application and social security number
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm
(877) 831-2479
Fax
·Fax
(641) 682-0203
Voice
·Main Phone
Application process
Individuals must be referred by a judge
Fees
Varies by service, fees may apply, but are determined by the court based on the individual's ability to pay
Service area
IA
Provides and coordinates legal representation for eligible individuals who cannot afford an attorney in criminal, juvenile, appellate, and other eligible court proceedings throughout Iowa.
Last Assured
09/24/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Iowa State Public Defender - Des Moines
Provides and coordinates legal representation for eligible individuals who cannot afford an attorney in criminal, juvenile, appellate, and other eligible court proceedings throughout Iowa.