What if I or a loved one am a victim?

If you are the named victim in a criminal case, you have certain rights under Arizona law and the Arizona Constitution. One of those is the right not to speak to the defense attorney. A public defender cannot contact you if you are listed as a victim. If you want to speak to a public defender, you can call the Public Defender's Office at 520-866-7199.

If you are the parent of a juvenile client and you are also the named victim in your child's case, these rights apply to you. Your child's attorney cannot contact you. If you would like to talk to your child's attorney, you may initiate contact by calling the Public Defender's Office at 520-866-7199.

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1. Should I discuss the alleged crime with the defendant?
2. Should I contact a victim, witness, or co-defendant?
3. Should I send letters directly to the judge or prosecutor?
4. Can I talk to the attorney?
5. What if I or a loved one am a victim?
6. How do I post bond?
7. What is a third party?
8. What about jail visitation?
9. What happens at a hearing?