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.
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, 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.
Public Defender Martinez Office Temporary Location Notice (March 2023 - June 2023)
The Office of the Public Defender is remodeling its main office at 800 Ferry Street in Martinez. As of March 6, 2023, we will be open to the public at 601 Ferry Street, Martinez during the first phase of our 800 Ferry Street remodel.
The Public Defender team will work to minimize the disruption to the public during this period. Thank you in advance for your patience with us during the 800 Ferry Street Capital Project. Please contact us at (925)335-8000 or visit us at 601 Ferry Street if you have any questions or concerns.
We anticipate that we will re-open our 800 Ferry Street location to the public in early June 2023.
CONTACT US
Contra Costa Public Defenders
Main Branch
800 Ferry St,
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-8000
Richmond Branch
3811 Bissell Avenue
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 412-4900
Alternate Defender Office
627 Ferry St
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-8181
Walnut Creek Branch
2020 N. Broadway, Suite 208
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 608-4400
Main Branch Temporary Office (March 2023 - June 2023)
601 Ferry St,
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-8000