Hidalgo County Public Defender's Office

04/08/2026

The Hidalgo County Public Defender’s Office is currently accepting applications for Public Defender IV. The link needed to apply for the position is provided below.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, you may contact our office at (956) 292-7040 and ask to speak with Executive Assistant Jaqueline A. Velazquez.

Provides expert-level legal representation as a court-appointed attorney for defendants charged with criminal offenses. Represents indigent clients in the most complex, high-profile, and difficult criminal defense cases. Serves in a senior and lead capacity, providing substantial guidance, mentorshi...

03/26/2026

Huge thank you to The Dog Stadium and Edgar for coming out and providing lunch for the Hidalgo County Public Defender’s Office today! 🙌🍔🌭🍗🍰
The food was so delicious — our staff absolutely loved the wings, burgers, hot dogs, and especially the desserts! 😍🔥🍩

If you’re ever in the Edinburg area, make sure to stop by and check them out, they’re conveniently located right down the road from the courthouse! 👏⚖️

📍 1402 N. Closner Blvd, Suite A
Edinburg, Texas 78541

12/22/2025

🎄✨ Holiday cheer and gratitude filled our Work Christmas Luncheon as we came together to celebrate the season. We are thankful for our dedicated team and the opportunity to continue serving our community with integrity and compassion. Wishing everyone a joyful and safe holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎅🏻

09/22/2025

The Hidalgo county public defender’s office is currently accepting applications for Administrative Assistant II. The link needed to apply for the following position is linked below.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at (956)292-7040.

For applicant support please contact: 855-524-5627   Also follow us on our Twitter  for the latest job opportunities

07/21/2025

The Hidalgo county public defender’s office is currently accepting applications for Investigator II. The link needed to apply for the following position is linked below.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at (956)292-7040.

For applicant support please contact: 855-524-5627   Also follow us on our Twitter  for the latest job opportunities

03/21/2025

Please be advised that our office will be closed on Monday, March 24, 2025- Friday, March 28, 2025.

During this time our Staff will be accommodating the transition into the new Hidalgo County Courthouse. Should you have any questions, please contact our office at (956)292-7040.

03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Hidalgo County Public Defenders office! 🍀🍀

Are you wearing green today?! 💚

03/10/2025

We’d like to recognize the efforts of our incredible legal team, whose hard work and dedication led to a NOT GUILTY verdict at trial this past week. Our client is beyond grateful and couldn’t be more satisfied with the outcome!

Congratulations to:

Sebastian Treviño - Public Defender

Stephanie Franke - Public Defender

Hector J. Garcia - Investigator

12/18/2024

The Hidalgo county public defender’s office is currently accepting applications for Public defender III. The link needed to apply for the following position is linked below.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at (956)292-7040.

Provides advance legal representation as a court appointed attorney for defendants charged with criminal offenses. Represents indigent clients accused of criminal violations in the phases of complex cases involving criminal defense; assists in providing work direction to other attorneys as assigned....

12/14/2024

A bittersweet goodbye to Ms. Norma Borrego, who has been an incredible teammate and friend to everyone in our office. Norma, has brought so much positive energy and valuable insights. We’ll miss her positive quality, like humor, support, and expertise, but most importantly all her plants!🪴 We wish her the very best in her new chapter.

12/06/2024

A bittersweet goodbye to Mr. Patrick Nitsch!

Our office has had the pleasure working alongside such a dedicated and talented colleague. His positive attitude, expertise & creativity will be deeply missed. We wish you the very best in your next chapter! You will be missed!

10/05/2024

Wishing the happiest of birthdays to Public Defender, Norma E. Borrego! 🎂 We hope to celebrate many more birthdays with you!🥳🎈