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WA to train public defenders, prosecutors for rural, underserved areas

Washington lawmakers took an initial step to buttress the state's beleaguered criminal legal system last week, passing a bill to help recruit and train more attorneys for crucial jobs in

Washington's public defender system is breaking down | Local and regional news | Lewiston Tribune

KENNEWICK — When you’re charged with a crime that could put you behind bars and you don’t have enough money to pay an attorney to defend you, the government is

Washington Struggles With a Crumbling Public Defender System

Staffing shortages, extremely heavy caseloads and lack of state funding have hamstrung the state’s criminal justice system, leaving many communities reeling.

Washington's public defender system is breaking down, communities reeling

KENNEWICK — When you're charged with a crime that could put you behind bars and you don't have enough money to pay an attorney to defend you, the government is supposed to provide you with one. …

WA felony prison and jail sentences fell by 47% in 5 years. Here's why

Rising crime rates and heightened worry about public safety have led some to suggest the reforms went too far.

WA felony prison and jail sentences fell by 47% in 5 years. Here's why

SEATTLE — With the number of Washington residents headed to jail or prison at a modern low, one might expect Christie Hedman to be declaring victory.

Washington felony sentences fell by 47% in 5 years

With the number of Washington residents headed to jail or prison at a modern low, one might expect Christie Hedman to be declaring victory.

Sentencing Law and Policy: Notable data on Washington state trends impacted by the pandemic and a felony drug possession law declared unconstitutional

Washington Felony Prison and Jail Sentences Fell by 47% in Five Years

With the number of Washington residents headed to jail or prison at a modern low, one might expect Christie Hedman to be declaring victory. As executive director of the Washington Defender …