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NewsMiami's Community NewspapersJuly 29, 2026Miami-Dade

Interview with Miami-Dade Chief Public Defender Carlos Martinez

Host Willard Shepard interviews Carlos Martinez, the Chief Public Defender for Miami-Dade County, to discuss the functions of the public defender's office and the local criminal justice system.

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Why It Matters

The interview provides insight into the operations and community role of the Miami-Dade 's office, which provides legal representation to individuals who cannot afford private counsel.

Key Facts

  • Carlos Martinez serves as the Chief Public Defender for Miami-Dade County.
  • The interview covers the role of the Miami-Dade Public Defender's office within the criminal justice system.
  • The discussion focuses on the application of the rule of law and community service.

Who's Mentioned

personCarlos Martinez“Chief Public Defender for Miami-Dade County.”organizationMiami's Community News“The publication hosting the post.”personWillard Shepard“Host of the 'In the Know' program.”organizationMiami Community Newspapers“The media organization publishing the interview.”locationMiami-Dade County“The jurisdiction served by the Public Defender's office.”organizationMiami-Dade Public Defender’s Office“The government agency responsible for providing legal defense to indigent defend”