The Virginia Indigent Defense Commission (VIDC) is dedicated to protecting and defending the rights and dignity of clients through zealous, compassionate, high-quality legal advocacy. Managing 28 Public Defender Offices and 2 satellite offices, VIDC serves communities throughout Virginia by handling trial and appellate cases in various courts.
Certified court-appointed attorneys in Virginia must meet rigorous requirements outlined in the Code of Virginia to ensure they are qualified to accept court-appointed cases. The Commission oversees the certification process, ongoing legal education, and compliance with the Standards of Practice for Indigent Defense Counsel to uphold the Sixth Amendment Right to Counsel and provide zealous representation for every client.
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