Maine Indigent Defense Center is a specialized legal organization dedicated to providing high-quality criminal defense representation to indigent defendants throughout Maine. Founded in 2007 in response to systemic gaps in public defense funding, the center stands out for its holistic, client-centered approach that addresses both legal and underlying personal challenges.
The center employs a collaborative model that extends beyond the courtroom, focusing on the root causes that often bring clients into the justice system. With a mission to ensure fair and equal justice regardless of income, MIDC combines individual client representation with broader systemic reform advocacy, working alongside students, community professionals, and legislative bodies to improve indigent defense statewide.
Services Offered
- Criminal defense representation
- Holistic legal advocacy
- Systemic reform initiatives
- Student involvement and education programs
- Collaborative community partnerships
- Legislative advocacy for indigent defense
Serving clients across Maine, the center is deeply involved in advocacy and has played a critical role in the establishment of the Maine Commission on Indigent Legal Services, continuing to push for meaningful improvements in public defense.
