Dominican Republic government
independent branchLegal aidReviewed
Oficina Nacional de Defensa Pública
Provides free criminal defence.
What this authority does
An autonomous body guaranteed by the Constitution, providing public defenders in criminal matters from the first investigative act onward, with offices in each judicial district.
Services for the public
- Request a public defender
- Office locations
- Detainee assistance
- Rights information
Before you contact this authority
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