ON THE FRONT LINE OF THE
FIGHT FOR JUSTICE
OUR MISSION
We are dedicated to ensuring justice for indigent persons accused of crimes in Contra Costa County. Our overriding goal is to serve the best interests of our clients in everything that we do. We tirelessly fight for all our clients and ensure that each individual receives excellent representation.
HOLISTIC DEFENSE
At CCPD, we take a holistic approach in representing our clients. The criminal justice system can impact individuals' lives in ways that go far beyond their criminal convictions. Because of this, we have developed specialty areas to help mitigate collateral consequences and ensure future success.
In the News
CPE Publishes Report on Improving Outcomes for Contra Costa Public Defender Clients!
The Center for Policing Equity (CPE) announces the publication of a new report, Improving Outcomes for Contra Costa Public Defender Clients: Exploring Life Factors, Data, and Racial Justice, in partnership with the Contra Costa Public Defenders Office (CCPD) and with support from Measures for Justice (MFJ), a nonpartisan nonprofit using data to reshape the criminal legal system.
Learn more about this innovative project, the accompanying summary, and more on CPE’s website.
ABOUT US
"Justice can only be served when the most vulnerable among us are treated with the same attention, dignity, and respect as the most powerful."
Robin Lipetzky, former Public Defender
Contra Costa County is located in the Bay Area, extending from the San Francisco Bay to the western edge of California’s Central Valley. One of the most populous counties in California, Contra Costa encompasses a range of urban, suburban and rural communities. CCPD attorneys and investigators work tirelessly to mount the best defense for their clients.
CONTACT US
Contra Costa Public Defenders
Main Branch
800 Ferry Street
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 608-9600.
TTY: Call 711
Email: info@pd.cccounty.us
Richmond Branch
3811 Bissell Avenue
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 942-4900
TTY: Call 711
Email: info@pd.cccounty.us
Alternate Defender Office
627 Ferry Street
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 608-9800
TTY: Call 711
Email: info@pd.cccounty.us
Walnut Creek Branch
2020 N. Broadway, Suite 208
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 608-4400
TTY: Call 711
Email: info@pd.cccounty.us