Travis County tests out program to provide lawyers for low-income defendants at its downtown jail - Austin Monitor
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from Austin Monitor8 months ago
National research shows having an attorney when charges are read reduces bail amounts and increases compliance with judge's orders, lessening time in jail.
Austin Monitorhttps://www.austinmonitor.com/stories/2024/04/travis-county-tests-out-program-to-provide-lawyers-for-low-income-defendants-at-its-downtown-jail/
Travis County previously struggled with a similar program due to staffing shortages and now faces criticism for delays in fully implementing defendant rights awareness before bail hearings.
Austin Monitorhttps://www.austinmonitor.com/stories/2024/04/travis-county-tests-out-program-to-provide-lawyers-for-low-income-defendants-at-its-downtown-jail/
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