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Find out if the MSPDS can help
Find out if the MSPDS can help
Recent News Articles
- Columbia Daily Tribune: Attorney: Race played role in overcharging by juvenile officers (August 3, 2018)
- News Tribune: Woman sues Corrections Over Jail Bills (July 8, 2018)
- Missouri Viewpoints: MSPD’s Sarah Johnson discusses Juvenile Justice (June 12, 2018)
MSPD’s goal is to provide every client with zealous advocacy
The Missouri State Public Defender System (MSPD) provides legal representation to all indigent citizens accused of or convicted of crimes in Missouri at the levels of the State Trial Court, Appellate Court, Missouri Supreme Court, and United States Supreme Court.
MSPD attempts to provide every client with a high-quality, competent, ardent defense team at every stage of the process in which public defenders are necessary. The team is led by a licensed Missouri attorney devoted full-time to the practice of criminal law.
Employment Opportunities
MSPD has more than 580 attorneys and staff statewide to ensure zealous advocacy for all clients. See our current vacancies if you are seeking litigation experience and cutting-edge training opportunities.