“This litigation is as much about bringing to light the injustices suffered by our petitioners ... as it is about acknowledging the nearly impossible task of effectively representing thousands of people each year, which public defenders are routinely expected to do with little to no resources,” an ACLU official said.
June 13, 2024 at 02:40 PM
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The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Pennsylvania has sued the state over its current $7.5 million budget for the funding of indigent defense in the state, claiming the budget fails to ensure those who cannot afford representation are provided with such.
In a June 13 complaint, the ACLU and numerous pro bono firms, including Dechert, accuse the state of failing to properly ensure those who cannot afford an attorney in criminal suits are provided with free representation.
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