OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution)

Legal Aid — Homeless Courts in Santa Ana, California. The Orange County Public Defender's Homeless Court Program provides court hearings to individuals experiencing homelessness to resolve outstanding minor traffic infractions and non-violent criminal misdemeanor cases. The program removes legal barriers that prevent homeless individuals from obtaining housing, employment, and public benefits. Participants are also connected to referrals for communit

Phone: (657) 251-6090

Address: 909 North Main Street, Santa Ana, California, 92701

Website: https://www.pubdef.ocgov.com

Languages: English, Spanish

Services offered: Homeless court hearings for traffic infractions and non-violent misdemeanors, case resolution without incarceration, referrals to housing resources, referrals to mental health services, referrals to substance use services, removal of legal barriers to housing and employment

Ages served: 18 and older

Good to know: No fee. Appointment required — call (657) 251-6090. Eligibility: 18+, traffic or non-violent criminal cases only (no felonies). Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–4pm. Call for required documents. Coverage: All Orange County.

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Frequently asked questions about OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution)

How do I contact OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution)?

You can call OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) at (657) 251-6090 or visit 909 North Main Street in Santa Ana, California. Their website is https://www.pubdef.ocgov.com.

What services does OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) offer?

OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) offers Homeless court hearings for traffic infractions and non-violent misdemeanors, case resolution without incarceration, referrals to housing resources, referrals to mental health services, referrals to substance use services, removal of legal barriers to housing and employment. Serves 18 and older. The Orange County Public Defender's Homeless Court Program provides court hearings to individuals experiencing homelessness to resolve outstanding minor traffic infractions and non-violent criminal misdemeanor case

Are services at OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) free or low-cost?

Many community legal aid providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) at (657) 251-6090 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) support?

OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution)?

OC Public Defender – Homeless Court Program (Infraction & Misdemeanor Resolution) reports serving 18 and older. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (657) 251-6090 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.