Rapides Parish Public
Defender's Office

EQUAL JUSTICE FOR ALL

''Each era finds an improvement in law for the benefit of mankind''
Gideon v. Wainwright
372 U.S. 355 (1963)

9th Judicial District Public Defender's Office

We strive for the pursuit of justice and protection of constitutional rights of those facing criminal prosecution within the 9th Judicial District and the lower courts throughout Rapides Parish.

WHAT WE DO


Compassionate, High-quality Legal Advocacy

RAPIDES PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE