Court Appointed Counsel Frequently Asked Questions

• Who qualifies for a court-appointed attorney?

  • Everyone qualifies for an attorney.

• I thought I was entitled to a free attorney, how can I be ordered to pay for one?

  • You are entitled to a free attorney if you receive any kind of government assistance (e.g. SSI, FIA, etc.).

  • You will be ordered to pay for an attorney if you do not receive assitance.

• What do I do if I want a new attorney?

  • If your case is in District Court, you will need to write a letter to the Chief Circuit Court Judge.

  • If your case is in Circuit Court, then you will need to write a letter to the judge that your case is assigned to.