The Republic of Palau Public Defender's Office serves the defense needs of all indigent persons in the Republic of Palau. The Office is situated within the Ministry of State, and its services are funded by an annual appropriation of the National Government. Public Defenders are appointed to cases in the courts of Palau. Palau's criminal justice system is modeled after the United States.
The Republic of Palau Public Defender's Office serves the defense needs of all indigent persons in the Republic of Palau. The Office is situated within the Ministry of State, and its services are funded by an annual appropriation of the National Government. Public Defenders are appointed to cases in the courts of Palau. Palau's criminal justice system is modeled after the United States.