Department Responsibilities
The Public Defenders' office makes sure defendants are able to be represented by an attorney. They interview defendants, qualifying them for representation by a public defender according to state guidelines. The Public Defenders' office prepares and maintains files for each defendant represented.
Our Staff
Public Defender
F. Stephen Chamberlain
Assistant Public Defenders
Robert A. Grzybowski
William F. Kluge
Michael J. Short
Office Manager
Lee Ann Hinkle
Secretary
Lisa A. Rieman