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Our office strives to provide effective and innovative legal services by protecting the constitutional rights of our clients while treating them with respect and encouraging them to lead productive and positive lives.

05/22/2026

Join the Marin County Public Defender's Office!
We are currently seeking talented and passionate Attorneys and Investigators to join our team!

Open Positions:
✅ 2 Full-Time Deputy Public Defender II Regular Hire Positions
✅ 1 Full-Time Deputy Public Defender II Regular Hire Fixed Term
✅ 1 Public Defender Investigator I/II

Are you committed to justice and making a difference in your community? The Marin County Public Defender's Office is looking for dedicated legal professionals who are passionate about defending the rights of those we serve. Apply now and be part of a team that matters. Click or copy and paste the link below:

👉https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marincounty/jobs/5344295/deputy-public-defender-ii-deputy-public-defender-ii-fixed-term

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marincounty/jobs/5344358/public-defender-investigator-i-ii

Historic moment at the CA State Capitol. On Monday, Marin County Public Defender David Joseph Sutton joined Defenders fr...
05/07/2026

Historic moment at the CA State Capitol. On Monday, Marin County Public Defender David Joseph Sutton joined Defenders from 18 counties in a landmark show of statewide solidarity, urging lawmakers to address overwhelming caseloads, staffing shortages, and resource disparities threatening the constitutional right to counsel. The Assembly unanimously passed ACR 159, authored by Assemblymember Ash Kalra (D) — affirming the importance of indigent defense and calling for improved funding, staffing, and institutional support for public defenders statewide. Marin County stands with this coalition in the fight for a fair and fully resourced public defense system.



Photo Credit: David Greenwald, Davis Vanguard

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Momento histórico en el Capitolio del Estado de California. El lunes, el Defensor Público del Condado de Marin, David Joseph Sutton, se unió a defensores de 18 condados en una histórica muestra de solidaridad a nivel estatal, instando a los legisladores a abordar la abrumadora carga de casos, la escasez de personal y las disparidades de recursos que amenazan el derecho constitucional a la defensa legal. La Asamblea aprobó por unanimidad la resolución ACR 159 —impulsada por el asambleísta Ash Kalra (D)—, reafirmando la importancia de la defensa de indigentes y solicitando una mejora en la financiación, el personal y el apoyo institucional para los defensores públicos en todo el estado. El Condado de Marin respalda a esta coalición en la lucha por un sistema de defensa pública justo y dotado de todos los recursos necesarios.



Crédito de la foto: David Greenwald, Davis Vanguard

05/07/2026
We were proud to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Rising Recovery Center, a brand new 15-bed residential subst...
04/30/2026

We were proud to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Rising Recovery Center, a brand new 15-bed residential substance use treatment facility that will open soon to adults 18+ with co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions. This facility was made possible through a state grant that transformed an existing County-owned property into a dedicated space for healing and recovery. The Public Defender's Office was honored to submit a Letter of Support for this project because we know firsthand how vital treatment access is for community members that our office serves.



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Nos sentimos orgullosos por haber asistido a la ceremonia de corte de cinta del Rising Recovery Center, un nuevo centro residencial de tratamiento para el uso de sustancias, con capacidad de 15 camas, que abrirá sus puertas próximamente para atender a adultos mayores de 18 años que presentan condiciones concurrentes de uso de sustancias y de salud mental. Este centro fue posible gracias a una subvención estatal que transformó una propiedad existente, perteneciente al Condado, en un espacio dedicado a la sanación y la recuperación. La Oficina del Defensor Público tuvo el honor de presentar una carta de apoyo para este proyecto, porque sabemos de primera mano cuán vital es el acceso al tratamiento para los miembros de la comunidad a los que nuestra oficina presta servicios.

San Francisco Chief Public Defender Mano Raju was recently held in contempt and fined $26,000 for refusing to accept add...
04/23/2026

San Francisco Chief Public Defender Mano Raju was recently held in contempt and fined $26,000 for refusing to accept additional felony cases one day a week.

When courts dictate public defender caseloads and enforce those decisions through contempt, it threatens the independence of the defense function and undermines the Sixth Amendment. This is not just a San Francisco issue – it is a warning sign for public defense systems everywhere.

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El Jefe Defensor Público de San Francisco, Mano Raju, fue declarado recientemente en desacato y multado con $26,000 dólares por negarse a aceptar casos adicionales de delitos graves un día a la semana.

Cuando los tribunales dictan la carga de casos de los defensores públicos y hacen cumplir esas decisiones mediante el desacato, amenazan la independencia de la función de defensa y socavan la Sexta Enmienda. Este no es solo un problema de San Francisco; es una señal de advertencia para los sistemas de defensa pública en todas partes.

Last week, our Immigration Attorney traveled to Washington DC to represent our District and our Office at the American I...
04/20/2026

Last week, our Immigration Attorney traveled to Washington DC to represent our District and our Office at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) conference during the National Day of Action 2026 – A Better Way on Immigration.
Amongst AILA's Legislative Priorities Discussions:
✅ Reform ICE and Border Patrol – Reject Billions for Mass Deportations and Lawless Abuse
✅ Accountable, Fair, and Lawful Immigration Enforcement
✅ Strengthen the Economy and Modernize the Legal Immigration System
✅ Strengthen Communities Through a Pathway to Permanent Status for People Who Are Undocumented or In Limbo Status
✅ Review the List of Bills AILA Supports or Opposes
For more information email at: [email protected]
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La semana pasada, nuestra Abogada de Inmigración viajó a Washington DC para representar a nuestro Distrito y nuestra Oficina en la conferencia de la Asociación Americana de Abogados de Inmigración (AILA) durante el Día Nacional de Acción 2026 – Una Mejor Manera en Inmigración. Entre las Prioridades Legislativas discutidas por AILA:
✅ Reformar el ICE y la Patrulla Fronteriza – Rechazar Miles de Millones para Deportaciones Masivas y Abusos Ilegales
✅ Aplicación de la Ley Migratoria Responsable, Justa y Legal
✅ Fortalecer la Economía y Modernizar el Sistema de Inmigración Legal
✅ Fortalecer las Comunidades a Través de un Camino hacia el Estatus Permanente para Personas Indocumentadas o en Estatus Limbo
✅ Revisar la Lista de Proyectos de Ley que AILA Apoya o Se Opone
Para más información envié un correo electrónico a: [email protected]

PRIMAVERAS is a multilingual initiative that celebrates and honors the diversity and resilience of communities in Marin ...
04/16/2026

PRIMAVERAS is a multilingual initiative that celebrates and honors the diversity and resilience of communities in Marin County, California. Grounded in the symbolism of life, flourishing, and nourishment, the initiative brings together community members of all ages to read together, share stories, articulate dreams and hopes, and co-create visions for the present and the future.

All are Welcome! See you there!

📅 April 25 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 South Novato Library — 931 C St, Novato, CA 94949

Event program at: https://marinlibrary.org/primaveras/

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PRIMAVERAS es una iniciativa multilingüe que celebra y honra la diversidad y resiliencia de comunidades en el Condado de Marin, California. Basada en el simbolismo de la vida, el florecimiento, y sustento, la iniciativa junta a comunidades de todas las edades a leer juntas, compartir historias, articular sueños y esperanzas, y a co-crear visiones para el presente y el futuro.

¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Nos vemos allí!

📅 25 de abril | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Biblioteca South Novato — 931 C St, Novato, CA 94949

Programa del evento al enlace: https://marinlibrary.org/primaveras/

Last Week, our office had the opportunity to bring our services to the new Marin City Community Development Corporation’...
03/30/2026

Last Week, our office had the opportunity to bring our services to the new Marin City Community Development Corporation’s 6-week Spring Construction Trades Cohort!
The Clean Slate Program team shared information on expungement and helped participants take real steps toward clearing any records. We’re always grateful to be in transformative spaces such as Marin City CDC’s Empowerment Clubhouse.
Best wishes to this new cohort on their construction trades journey!
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La semana pasada, nuestra oficina tuvo la oportunidad de llevar nuestros servicios a la nueva clase de seis semanas de oficios de la construcción de la Marin City Community Development Corporation!
El equipo del Programa Clean Slate compartió información sobre la eliminación de antecedentes y ayudó a los participantes a dar pasos concretos para limpiar sus registros. Siempre agradecemos poder estar presentes en espacios transformadores como el Empowerment Clubhouse de la Marin City CDC.
¡Nuestros mejores deseos para esta nueva clase en su trayectoria en los oficios de la construcción!

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3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 127
San Rafael, CA
94903

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14154736321

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