
Office of the State Public Defender
The Office of the State Public Defender is responsible for coordinating Iowa's Indigent Defense System.
Where did public defenders go to law school?
73%
Drake University Law School and University of Iowa Law School Graduates
27%
Graduates of Law Schools Outside of IowaΒ
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Wrongful Convictions
Working to ensure the integrity of Iowa's criminal justice system.
Interview highlighting the importance of the work of the Public Defenders Post-Conviction Relief Unit.
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Special Contract for Indigent Persons in Parole Violation Proceedings
Information on Newton/Mitchellville Special Contract to represent indigent persons in parole violation proceedings.