Onward & Upwards: 6AC Announces New Executive Director and President
Onward & Upwards: 6AC Announces New Executive Director and President
Twelve years ago, I set out to create a dynamic organization to help state and local policymakers identify right to counsel issues and assist them to build strong indigent defense systems. My philosophy of change was simple: I wanted to be invited into dialogue with policymakers, regardless of their…
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Colorado’s progress towards effective representation in municipal courts
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Oregon Supreme Court provides relief to unrepresented defendants
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Illinois leaves “no state oversight” list with new legislation
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August 19, 2025
Guam Gains Defender Independence in Unanimous Bipartisan Win
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June 30, 2025
Nevada removes political interference from the system
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May 13, 2025
Big Public Defense Wins in North Dakota
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May 5, 2025
Onward & Upwards: 6AC Announces New Executive Director and President
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March 25, 2025
Maine court requires relief for unrepresented defendants
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March 13, 2025
Gideon is important . . . just not for the reason you think!
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September 22, 2024
New 6AC report finds South Dakota counties are at a breaking point and need state oversight
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September 9, 2024
Federal district court in Arkansas rules defendants have a right to an attorney at bail hearings
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