Can I get a public defender to contest traffic citation? Jere Questions › Category: Legal help › Can I get a public defender to contest traffic citation? 0 Vote Up Vote Down Jere asked 51 years ago If cited for traffic violation in the state of Washington and want to contest the citation in a court of law, can a public defender assist with this in one qualifies due to low income? Please login or Register to submit your answer Username or Email Address Password Remember Me Continue with Google