APPOINTMENT OF PRO DEO COUNSEL

Service Description

This is a service available to criminal cases at the High Court.  The Registrar of the High Court appoints an attorney/lawyer to represent an Accused at State’s expense, for offences where upon conviction may attract a death sentence e.g. murder, treason, etc.

How do I obtain a Service?

There is no need to apply.  The Registrar will upon registering such a case appoint a pro deo attorney for the Accused.  Accused is however free to engage an attorney of his own choice at his own expense.

How do I apply for Service?

The service is given without application.

Cost Involved in Obtaining Service

No cost is involved.

Where can I get more information?

The Registrar’s Office                                 

High Court, Lobatse

Private Bag 001

Lobatse

Tel:  5330396/7

Email:  jmanzunzu@gov.bw

OR

The Registrar’s Office

High Court, Francistown

Private Bag F13

Francistown

Tel: 2412125

Emal : Gketlogetswe@gov.bw

OR

Clerk of the Court’s office

Any Magistrate Court  (Country wide)

( Please go to Court contact link)