What’s the difference between a Public Defender and a Court appointed attorney?

Members of the private bar may be appointed to represent accused persons who cannot afford to hire a lawyer. The difference is the Public Defender’s Office is a department within Bexar County. A court can appoint the Public Defender’s Office to represent accused persons who do not have the money to hire a lawyer.

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1. Do I have a Public Defender or Court appointed attorney?
2. What’s the difference between a Public Defender and a Court appointed attorney?
3. If I am in jail, how will my Public Defender contact me?
4. Can I hire or change to a Public Defender?