Conflict Criminal Panel (CCP)
Contra Costa County · Contra Costa County
About
The Contra Costa Conflict Criminal Panel provides defense representation for cases where the county Public Defender is conflicted. Known for competitive hourly rates and a robust CLE requirement, the CCP ensures its panel attorneys maintain high levels of criminal defense expertise. The program includes a full developmental track with mentorship for newer attorneys.
Rate Schedule
| Case Type | Rate Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| misdemeanor | Per Hour | $89/hr |
| felony | Per Hour | $100/hr |
| serious felony | Per Hour | $125/hr |
| homicide | Per Hour | $150/hr |
| capital | Per Hour | $166/hr |
Resources Available
Investigator
Investigation services funded through the panel for all case types
Social Worker
Social workers and mitigation specialists available on referral
Expert Witness
Expert witness funding with panel administrator approval
Interpreter
Court-provided interpreters, supplemental funding available
Mentorship
Structured mentorship program pairing junior and senior panel attorneys
CLE Training
CLE certified training program, 12+ hours annually
Requirements
- Bar Admission: California
- Minimum Experience: None for misdemeanor panel
- CLE Certification: 12 hours criminal defense annually
- Malpractice InsuranceRequired
- Background CheckRequired
Highlights
- $89-$166/hr competitive rates
- 85 panel attorneys
- Mandatory CLE keeps panel expertise high
- Full mentorship program
- Developmental track for new attorneys
Application Process
- Method: Application through Contra Costa County administration
- Timeline: Rolling admissions, reviewed quarterly
Quick Info
- County
- Contra Costa
- Admin Body
- Contra Costa County
- Panel Type
- Nonprofit Defender
- Website
- www.contracosta.ca.gov
- Accepts New Attorneys
- Yes
- Developmental Program
- Available