Riverside County Public Defender: Fresh Start Program
General Contact Information
- Website
- rivcopublicdefender.org/fresh-start-program
- FreshStart@RIVCO.ORG
- Phone
- (951) 955-6072
- Fax
- (951) 955-6025
How to Get Help
| Phone Number | (951) 955-6072 |
|---|---|
| Information | A paralegal is available at the Riverside County Public Defender's Main Office located at 4075 Main Street, Suite 100, Riverside to assist you in getting the process started. You can obtain the documents necessary to begin the process by clicking on the buttons on their webpage for the type of relief you are seeking. While email is our preferred form of communication, you may also mail or bring the completed packets into the Main Office. You can also request a packet be mailed to you by making a request by email or by calling (951) 955-6072. |
Who We Are
The Fresh Start program includes: services for dismissals/expungements, felony reductions, sealing arrest records, certificates of rehabilitation and pardon, Prop. 47 petitions, Prop. 64 petitions, procedures for applying for assistance, and contact info.
A public defender is a qualified attorney licensed by the State Bar of California, assigned by the court to provide legal help to individuals who cannot afford to hire a lawyer. Some public defender offices offer more than just representation during criminal cases; they also provide valuable post-conviction help, such as record improvement. Record improvement may help when you're applying for certain kinds of jobs or housing because it can change how arrests and convictions appear on background checks.
Who We Serve
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| Is this organization accessible by wheelchair? | Yes |
| Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired? | Yes |
| Eligibility Restrictions | You should contact this organization if your conviction happened in Riverside County. If you have a copy of your background check, the county or city of your conviction may be listed. Contact the organization to confirm you meet any income or other eligibility requirements. |
Type of Help
| This group provides the following types of services based on your legal needs and its resources: |
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