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We help defend the accused.
We help fight for families.
We keep North Carolina’s promise
to the Constitution.

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Sixty years ago, a ruling of the Supreme Court of the United States­­—in one simple case­—established what we know today as the right to a court appointed attorney when counsel is unaffordable. That ruling has shaped public defense and continues to drive indigent defense services every day across the nation.

Recent News

Amanda Bunch is named IDS Communications Specialist

The Office of Indigent Defense Services would like to introduce Amanda Bunch, IDS Communications Specialist. Her official start date was February 7, 2023. Amanda holds a B.A. in Journalism and […]

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IDS appoints Jamie Blackwell to Business Analyst & Process Manager

Please join IDS in welcoming Jamie Blackwell as the IDS Business Analyst & Process Manager. His official start date was February 13, 2023. Jamie Blackwell is a North Carolina native […]

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Becky Whitaker joins IDS as the Defender Policy and Planning Attorney

IDS is pleased to announce Becky Whitaker as the Defender Policy and Planning Attorney. Her official start date was February 15, 2023. Becky spent five years in private practice, primarily […]

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Indigent Defense Services
123 West Main Street, Suite 400
Durham, North Carolina 27701
Phone: (919) 354-7200
Fax: (919) 354-7201

Attorney Fee Application Inquiry Line:
(919) 890-2188

Setoff Debt Program Taxpayer Inquiry Line:
(919) 890-1655

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