The Cowlitz County Office of Public Defense (CCOPD) is a government department in Longview, WA that provides legal representation to individuals accused of crimes in the Cowlitz County courts. They represent both adults and juveniles in Superior Court, the Juvenile Division of Superior Court, and District Court, as well as individuals held at Peace Health St. John's Hospital for involuntary civil commitment detention hearings. The CCOPD also represents youth involved in Juvenile Court proceedings and individuals facing civil commitment based on substance use disorder. They handle cases where individuals have a right to a lawyer and provide court-appointed lawyers to those who cannot afford one.
The CCOPD has a team of dedicated attorneys, including private attorneys contracted to handle cases in which the office has a conflict. They are located at 1801 First Avenue in Suite 1A of the River Suites Building and are open Monday through Friday. With their expertise and commitment to justice, the CCOPD ensures that individuals in Cowlitz County have access to legal representation and a fair legal process.
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