Legal representation for indigent individuals charged with a criminal offense in DuPage County. The representation begins only after the accused person requests the appointment of counsel by the Court, is shown to be indigent by filing and affidavit of assets and liabilities, and the Court issues a written order directing that person is to be represented by the Public Defender's Office.

The Hibbler Help Desk is a free, appointment-only help desk providing advice and assistance to people without lawyers in federal court.The Hibbler Help Desk is providing assistance by phone at this time.

Locates a detainee who is currently in ICE custody or who was released from ICE custody for any reason within the last 60 days. Investigates immigration and customs violations of criminal law, which includes: - Benefit/marriage fraud - Bulk cash smuggling/financial crimes - Child exploitation/pornography - Cyber crimes - Employment/exploitation of unlawful workers - F/M student violations, including OPT - Fugitive criminal alien - Gang related - Human rights violators - Human smuggling - Human trafficking (forced labor/slavery) - Intellectual property rights - Narcotics smuggling - Terrorism related - Trade exportation/importation violation - Weapons smuggling

Offers information and public resources for people representing themselves in court. Services include: - Procedural information: Provides information about local and state court rules and laws on civil and criminal court procedures. - Legal assistance: Provides answers for basic questions about court forms. - Community resources: Provides information on agencies that provides legal advice, lawyer referrals, or social services. - Forms and instructions written for those who choose to represent themselves in their own court matters Areas covered by the center include: - Domestic Abuse - Family/Divorce and Guardianship of Minors - Mortgage Foreclosure - Name Changes for Adults and Minors - Probate Court - Small Claims - Evictions

Provides legal representation to persons who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Public defenders are appointed by the court and cover various cases. Cases include: - Criminal - Juvenile - Mental health - Dependency cases