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Am I entitled to a free lawyer?

The type of lawyer you will get depends on many things specific to your circumstances. Read below to get more information.

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  • What is a Public Defender
  • Why do I need a lawyer?
  • Am I entitled to a free lawyer?
    • How do I get a free lawyer?
    • What if I don’t qualify?
    • What is court appointed counsel?
    • What if I have been ticketed with other people?
  • What’s going to happen?
  • Consequences of Juvenile Adjudication
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Office of the Colorado State Public Defender
1300 Broadway Suite 400- Denver, Colorado 80203
(303) 764-1400 Fax (303) 764-1478
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