The agency administers and promotes quality legal services for indigent individuals through the County's Assigned Counsel Plan, in accordance with Article 18b of County Law. Placement depends on skills and abilities of the individual, and the needs of the job site. The site assigns tasks and records time sheets. Monitoring is maintained by this office to insure compliance and completion of time ordered.
Projects change on an almost daily basis, depending on the job site or project.
Most projects are general labor, such as interior and exterior painting, grounds and building maintenance, cleaning, etc. All projects are within County limits. A work crew dedicated to projects within the City of Kingston operates on Saturdays only. Violations, misdemeanors, and felonies are eligible. Cases are screened for eligibility and public safety.