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Sarah Johnson: 2020 Defender of Distinction

In the News

• • St. Louis Public Radio: Long Waits For Preliminary Hearings In St. Louis Draw Public Defender’s Ire (March 19, 2021)
  • The St. Louis American: Conditions at St. Louis jails: Who are you going to believe? (March 7, 2021)

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 615 employees statewide to ensure zealous advocacy for all clients. See our current vacancies if you are seeking litigation experience and cutting-edge training opportunities.