Matt Wechter

Deputy Public Defender - Director Homeless Court Felony Trials @San Diego Public Defender

San Diego, CA, US
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WORK HISTORY

Feb 2025 — Present

Deputy Public Defender - Director Homeless Court Felony Trials @San Diego Public Defender

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San Diego County, CA, US

Directed the San Diego Homeless Court Program, enhancing access to justice for vulnerable populations. • Doubled the number of community-based providers and established city MOUs for parking relief. • Led replication efforts across jurisdictions, collaborating with the ABA to remove barriers and resolve cases.• Handle wide variety of felony cases from arraignment to jury trial and beyond.

EDUCATION

2006 — 2009

Chapman University Fowler School of Law

J.D., LAW

2000 — 2005

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

BS, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

SKILLS

LexisLegal ResearchLegal WritingLitigationResearchTrial PracticeWestlawCriminal DefenseCivil LitigationHearingsTrialsLegal AssistanceCriminal LawCourtsMediation

ABOUT MATT WECHTER

With over 15 years of experience at the San Diego Public Defender’s Office, I focus on bridging legal advocacy with community engagement. In my role as Deputy Public Defender and Director of Homeless Court, I work to support individuals experiencing homelessness by facilitating access to legal resources and fostering meaningful connections to community services. My expertise in government relations, policy analysis, and strategic planning has been integral in coordinating large-scale, county-wide projects and legislative initiatives. By collaborating with public safety agencies and leveraging innovative solutions, our team advances impactful programs to ensure equitable outcomes and successful case resolutions.

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