Public Defender — File a Complaint

Public Advocate

If a government agency, police officer, or public body has violated your rights, file a complaint with the Office of the Public Defender at 78 Harbour Street, Kingston. Free service; complaints are investigated and the Public Defender can make findings and recommendations and report to Parliament. Confirm any attorney's current practising status via the General Legal Council's Practising Attorneys list at generallegalcouncil.org before retaining them or paying fees, and always agree fee arrangements in writing.

Contact Information

Address: 78 Harbour Street, Kingston

Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Public+Defender+%E2%80%94+File+a+Complaint+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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