Connecticut State Division of Public Defender Services

Members of the public have reported receiving calls, reportedly from the Judicial Branch of the Public Defender’s office, indicating that their loved one is in jail and they need to immediately send cash or provide a credit card number for bail. These calls are scams, so please do not send cash or provide your credit card number or any other personal information. A public defender would never call and ask for money or credit card information. If you receive such a call, contact the State Police in your state.

Income Eligibility Guidelines 2024-2025

Income Eligibility Guidelines for Public Defender Services

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Effective January 1, 2025 (revised December 4, 2024)

An accused whose gross annual income is at or below the following amounts may be found eligible for public defender services.

Income Eligibility Guidelines by Household Status
Household Status Income Limit
Accused without any dependents $37,650
Accused with one dependent $51,100
Accused with two dependents $64,550
Accused with three dependents $78,000
Each additional dependent $13,450