CA’s privatized public defense leads to caseloads 3x the most basic standards, report finds | CalMatters
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A report highlights critical issues with California's privatized public defense system, revealing that lawyers in Kings County handle more than three times the recommended caseload. The investigation suggests that these flat-fee contracts hinder proper legal representation for indigent defendants.
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This news article effectively presents the findings of a report on the issues with privatized public defense in California, maintaining a clear and unbiased tone appropriate for journalism.
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