New public defenders get pay bump but county struggles to retain experienced attorneys - Austin MonitorTravis County now offers guaranteed legal representation for indigent individuals, but faces recruitment challenges due to low pay for public defenders.
County to fully staff lawyers at bail hearings beginning Oct. 1 - Austin MonitorTravis County is permanently implementing Counsel at First Appearance to ensure legal access at bail hearings, beginning Oct. 1, 2024.
New public defenders get pay bump but county struggles to retain experienced attorneys - Austin MonitorTravis County now offers guaranteed legal representation for indigent individuals, but faces recruitment challenges due to low pay for public defenders.
County to fully staff lawyers at bail hearings beginning Oct. 1 - Austin MonitorTravis County is permanently implementing Counsel at First Appearance to ensure legal access at bail hearings, beginning Oct. 1, 2024.