Cass County Public Defender

Cass County Public Defender, located in Plattsmouth, NE, operates as a crucial arm of the Nebraska Commission on Public Advocacy. Established to provide legal representation to indigent defendants facing severe criminal charges, the Commission extends support to public defenders and court-appointed attorneys. Through various specialized divisions overseen by the appointed chief counsel, the agency ensures counties receive essential aid in fulfilling their constitutional obligations.

The Commission, comprising nine experienced members appointed by the governor, focuses on offering property tax relief to counties burdened with the costs of legal services for indigent defendants. Embodying a mission centered on upholding state and federal constitutional mandates, the agency also administers funds to assist qualifying indigent prisoners and citizens in need of civil legal services. Members of the Commission, with diverse expertise in legal matters, serve six-year terms to facilitate the agency's objectives.

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