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Welcome to the Oregon Office of Public Defense Services

Our mission is to ensure constitutionally competent and effective legal representation for persons eligible for a public defender We are grateful to our justice system partners who are working hard to protect civil rights for Oregonians.

As of January 1, 2024 the Office of Public Defense Services and the Public Defense Service Commission will become the Oregon Public Defense Commission. This will not disrupt service or impact providers and clients. If you are interested in applying to the Commission, click here to learn more and submit an application.