You have the right to a (very expensive) attorney
Costs are on the rise over at the Public Defender’s Office thanks to an increase in cases and a decrease in staff avability. The result? Paying über-expensive private attorneys to help out. The Examiner takes a look at the ins and outs of the situation and what the mayor is doing to help foot the bill.
- The City's public defender costs soar (Examiner) 08/16/10


Jesse Feldman