REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PUBLIC DEFENDER

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF SERVICES A. Description: All indigent criminal defendants charged under ordinances of the City who qualify for appointed counsel, may be referred to the Public Defender. The Public Defender will provide legal representation for each of these defendants from court appointment or screening through trial and sentencing. If applicable and/or necessary, the Public Defender will provide criminal defense services at in custody bail hearings and will be available to talk and meet with indigent defendants in the custody of the City. B. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, license to practice law in the state of Georgia, membership in the Georgia State Bar Associations, and six (6) months experience as a practicing attorney