Recognizes March 18, 2025, as National Public Defense Day in Delaware.
This bill commemorates March 18, 2025, as National Public Defense Day in Delaware, honoring the Gideon v. Wainwright decision and the work of public defense lawyers. It acknowledges the importance of providing legal representation to indigent individuals facing criminal charges or delinquency in Delaware, and commends the Office of Defense Services for their mission. The Office of Defense Services, established in 2015, represents approximately 85% of justice-involved individuals in the state.
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