How Can We Help You?
Our office serves two primary groups. Choose your path to find the information you need.
Clients & Families
If you or a loved one is facing federal criminal charges, we're here to help. Learn about your rights, how a federal public defender is appointed, and what to expect.
- How counsel is appointed
- Attorney-client privilege
- Information for detained clients
- Frequently asked questions
CJA Panel Attorneys
Access training materials, eVoucher resources, the CJA Plan, panel applications, and the secure attorney portal for confidential resources.
- CJA Panel Application
- eVoucher information & guides
- Annual CLE training materials
- Secure attorney portal
Our Mission
Ensuring equal justice under law for all people in the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
The Office of the Federal Public Defender operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act of 1964 (as amended), 18 U.S.C. § 3006A. We provide defense services to people who are financially unable to obtain adequate representation in federal criminal cases, appeals, and habeas corpus matters.
Our office includes a Trial Unit serving the entire Middle District, an Appellate Unit, and a Capital Habeas Corpus Unit — one of only a handful of dedicated capital defense units in the federal defender system.
Trial Defense
Full-service representation in federal criminal cases
Appeals
Appellate advocacy in the Third Circuit
Capital Habeas
Specialized capital punishment defense
CJA Panel Support
Training and resources for panel attorneys
100 Chestnut Street
Third Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101
United States
CHU: (717) 782-3843
201 Lackawanna Avenue
Suite 317
Scranton, PA 18503
United States
330 Pine Street
Suite 302
Williamsport, PA 17701
United States
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is facing federal criminal charges in the Middle District of Pennsylvania, contact our office or learn more about your rights.