The South Carolina Commission on Indigent Defense (SCCID) is a government agency dedicated to providing legal representation for indigent defendants and youth in South Carolina. With a team of experienced appellate defense attorneys, capital defenders, public defenders, and county public defenders, SCCID strives to foster excellence and education in indigent defense. They offer a range of resources, including licensed investigators, social workers, and family advocates, to ensure comprehensive representation for their clients.
SCCID also administers programs such as the John R. Justice Student Loan Repayment Program and the Indigent Defense Contract Attorney Program, which provide support and opportunities for attorneys handling current cases. Committed to professionalism and quality representation, SCCID holds regular commission meetings and offers conferences and training workshops for defense attorneys. Their mission is to ensure equal access to justice for all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances.
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