Cook County Public Defender Legal Assistance

The Public Defender's office provides free legal representation to those being prosecuted. If you or someone you know is in law enforcement custody, in Chicago or any other city or town in Cook County, call the Arrest Hotline: 844-817-4448 or go through the Sheriff's online search here.

If you are looking for free and more affordable legal support, go to www. cookcountypublicdefender.org. People without lawyers who need legal guidance can visit the help desk.