Thurston County, Washington

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Thurston County Washington

Public Defense

Thurston County Public Defense carries out the United States and Washington State Constitutional guarantee that all people accused of crimes who are unable to afford a lawyer will receive effective legal representation. Thurston County Public Defense also represents low-income youth accused of a crime, parents in dependency proceedings, and adults facing civil commitment. Our office has a dedicated team of lawyers and professional staff committed to providing our community the very best public defense.

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Our Mission

"To Defend and Protect Our Clients' Constitutional Rights, One Person at a Time."

Our Vision

 "Thurston County Public Defense will provide high quality representation for our clients, and pursue justice on their behalf, through ethical, professional, Client-Centered practices."

Our Values

Professionalism, Dedication, Advocacy, Compassion, Service

Public Defense

360-754-4897

Public Defense Main Office Location

926 24th Way Southwest
Olympia, WA 98502
Phone: 360-754-4897
Fax: 360-754-4469
Monday–Friday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm

Public Defense - Civil/Juvenile Location

909 Lakeridge Drive SW
Olympia, WA 98502

Mailing Address

926 24th Way Southwest
Olympia, WA 98502