Office of the Public Defender

Government Watchdog

Rating: 4.3 / 5

The Office of the Public Defender at 78 Harbour Street, Kingston, is a constitutional office that investigates complaints about injustice and the protection of rights by government, police, and public bodies. Free to file a complaint. An important avenue for citizens seeking redress short of formal litigation.

Contact Information

Address: 78 Harbour Street, Kingston

Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Office+of+the+Public+Defender+Jamaica

About legal in Jamaica

Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.

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