Application Requirements

We appoint for charges in CHATHAM COUNTY and PORT WENTWORTH only.

The following information is required to apply for a court-appointed attorney:

1) PROOF OF HOUSEHOLD INCOME – If you are legally married you will need documentation for you and your spouse. Proof of household income includes the following:

• Paycheck stubs for the past 30 days (two paycheck stubs if paid biweekly or four paycheck stubs if paid weekly);
• LES (Leave and Earnings Statement);
• Social security and/or disability income;
• EBT awards letter; and/or
• Retirement income.
• Picture ID

NOTE:  If you are a full-time college student, we need a copy of your student ID card.

2) A COPY OF YOUR CHARGES (for traffic citations only) – If you are charged with a traffic violation, we need a copy of your traffic citation.

The failure to provide the necessary documentation will delay the processing of your application for a court-appointed attorney.

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Application Form

Click here to start your Online Application

You may also complete and print the Application for Services along with the additional information mentioned above and either:

1. Email it to idu@chathamcounty.org, or
   
2. Bring it with you to our office (Map & Directions), or
   
3. Fax it to us at (912) 652-7445.
4. If you have selected to apply by email, Proof of Household Income and a copy of your charges must be emailed separately.