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Parental Defense | Maryland Office of the Public Defender

Resource Name:Parental Defense | Maryland Office of the Public Defender

address

200 Washington Avenue, Towson, MD 21204

Eligibility

Parents and legal guardians facing child abuse or neglect proceedings initiated by Child Protective Services.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm.
410-324-8900

Voice

·

Main

Application process

Call or email for details.

Service area

MD

Other Information

Special Populations

  • Families with Children

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Provides legal representation to parents and legal guardians facing child abuse or neglect proceedings initiated by Child Protective Services. The program assists clients through every stage of a child welfare case, from initial emergency shelter care hearings to the termination of parental rights. Legal Services

Last assured

07/20/2026

Providing organization

Maryland Office of the Public Defender

State agency that provides legal services.

Parental Defense | Maryland Office of the Public Defender