The statewide system of Public Defenders was created by the General Assembly in 1989.
Our agency’s mission is to provide high quality, client-centered legal representation to indigent persons of all ages, accused of crimes or facing a deprivation of liberty throughout the State of Tennessee.
Welcome to the website of the Public Defender's Office. We are pleased to offer this resource to our clients, their families, and the general public, and we hope the information you find here helps answer your questions. We strive to provide the best possible representation to our clients. As a public service agency, we also want to offer the best service to our community. Beyond the information you find here, you should know that the entire Staff of the Public Defender's Conference takes great pride in the