Lack of public attorneys caused by low pay
(WAOW) -- A lack of public defenders and prosecutors is blamed for slowing down the justice system across the Badger State.
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(WAOW) -- A lack of public defenders and prosecutors is blamed for slowing down the justice system across the Badger State.
For seven hours Wednesday, people and organizations spoke to the Joint Finance Committee about their priorities for the next state budget.The JFC held its last budget listening session at Lakeland Union High School.
The State Bar of Wisconsin is calling the shortage of prosecutors and public defenders a "constitutional crisis" that could lead to the erosion of the right to a fair and speedy trial.
Governor appoints Kelly Hays to be next Langlade County District Attorney
Gov. Tony Evers has appointed Kelly Hays to serve as the Langlade County district attorney. The appointment fills a vacancy being created by District Attorney Elizabeth Gebert’s resignation.