A Resolution recognizing March 18, 2025, as "Public Defender Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution designates March 18, 2025, as "Public Defender Day" in Pennsylvania. It acknowledges the 62nd anniversary of the Gideon v. Wainwright Supreme Court decision, which established the right to legal counsel for those who cannot afford an attorney. The resolution highlights the importance of public defenders in protecting individual liberties and recognizes the challenges they face due to limited funding in Pennsylvania.
Key provisions
- Designates March 18, 2025, as Public Defender Day in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes the significance of the Gideon v. Wainwright Supreme Court decision.
- Acknowledges the role of public defenders in ensuring access to legal counsel.
- Highlights the challenges faced by public defenders due to inadequate funding.
- Calls for increased state funding to support public defender services.
Who is affected
- Public Defenders
- Pennsylvania Residents
- Criminal Defendants
- The Judiciary
- The State of Pennsylvania
Notable changes
- The resolution calls for increased state funding for indigent defense.
- It emphasizes the importance of public defenders in upholding Sixth Amendment rights.
- It references the historical context of public defense efforts, tracing back to Clara Shortridge Foltz.
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Primary sponsor
Dan Miller
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