Office of the Public Defender

Office of the Public Defender The Official page of the Office of The Public Defender of Jamaica. The Public Defender is an independent Commission of Parliament.

Our vision is to effectively investigate and seek redress for all breaches of constitutional rights, strive to eliminate injustice and promote full citizenship. The key role of the Office of the Public Defender is to investigate the allegations/complaints that are lodged by persons aggrieved by State or Statutory body. This process entails interviewing and collecting documents from the person maki

ng the allegations and putting the points to the State of Statutory body, giving them a reasonable time to respond. At the end of an investigation, the Public Defender may make recommendations to any authority that is involved in the complaint. If the authority does not take effective steps to carry out any of these recommendations, the Public Defender may make a special report to the Parliament. For more information on the role of the Public Defender, including how to make a complaint, visit our website. The Office of the Public Defender … voice for the voiceless
loosening the chains of injustice!

Can you spot what’s wrong in this scene? 👀Lengthy delay is a form of maladministration, which is a real issue that many ...
17/06/2026

Can you spot what’s wrong in this scene? 👀

Lengthy delay is a form of maladministration, which is a real issue that many people face when dealing with governmental authorities.

If you’ve experienced any of these, you can report it.

Contact us:
☎︎ Toll Free 1-888-429-5673
📞 876-922-7089/7090/7109/8256
📧 [email protected]

10/06/2026

Think the Public Defender can handle every issue?

Some matters fall outside of our legal authority.

Knowing the difference matters.

East Portland, this is for you! Whether your concern is about the bypass, land, children’s rights, legal assistance, est...
10/06/2026

East Portland, this is for you! Whether your concern is about the bypass, land, children’s rights, legal assistance, estate matters, public authorities, delays, unfair treatment, or constitutional rights, the Redress Road Tour is bringing help closer to your community.

Come out and speak with the Office of the Public Defender and partner agencies, including PICA, the Office of the Children’s Advocate, Legal Aid Council, Administrator-General’s Department and more.

Your concern matters. Let us help you take the next step.

For more information, call 1-876-922-7089.

08/06/2026

The OPD has the power to:
🕵🏾‍♂️ Investigate.
📄 Access information.
👊🏾 Protect your rights.

If you need help, don’t wait; contact the OPD.

☎︎ Toll Free 1-888-429-5673
📞 876-922-7089/7090/7109/8256
📧 [email protected]

05/06/2026

Knowing your rights is important, but knowing what steps to take matters just as much.

These simple actions can help you respond the right way.

Have you experienced any of these issues when dealing with a governmental agency?Share them below ⬇️You don’t have to re...
05/06/2026

Have you experienced any of these issues when dealing with a governmental agency?

Share them below ⬇️

You don’t have to remain silent, your concerns matter.
Visit: https://opd.gov.jm/index.php/make-complaint-online/
and take the first step toward resolution.

’re listening

Did you know this?👍🏾 Yes👎🏾 NoThe Office of the Public Defender is empowered to take the steps necessary to carry out inv...
03/06/2026

Did you know this?

👍🏾 Yes

👎🏾 No

The Office of the Public Defender is empowered to take the steps necessary to carry out investigations and protect your rights.

03/06/2026

True 👍🏾 If a matter has already been decided by the court, we are unable to overturn that decision.🏛️👩🏾‍⚖️

In doing so, it would bypass the court’s authority and undermine the legal system’s structure.

Follow us to learn more about what the OPD can and cannot do.

📍 Windsor Castle, PortlandFrom meaningful conversations and community engagement to access to vital services, the Redres...
01/06/2026

📍 Windsor Castle, Portland

From meaningful conversations and community engagement to access to vital services, the Redress Road Tour continues to bring rights, redress, and support closer to the people we serve. 🚐⚖️

Here’s a glimpse of today’s activation as residents connected with the Office of the Public Defender and our valued partners.

01/06/2026

Big smiles. Bright minds. Empowered children. 💙

A special thank you to the for bringing children’s rights to life throughout the Redress Road Tour and helping young people learn, engage, and thrive.

Because every child deserves to know their rights—and have a reason to smile. ✨👧🏾👦🏽

Address

12 Ocean Boulevard
Kingston

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:00

Telephone

+18769227089

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