Pennsylvania ACLU files class action lawsuit alleging underfunding of public defenders violates constitutional law.
Pennsylvania's ACLU has filed a class action lawsuit against the state, alleging its underfunding of public defenders violates constitutional law. The lawsuit claims Pennsylvania's failure to adequately fund indigent defense has led to overwhelming caseloads, limited resources, and inadequate representation for clients, impacting citizens' ability to seek a fair trial. The ACLU seeks to have the court find the state in violation of the U.S. and state constitutions, which could force Pennsylvania to increase funding for indigent defense.
June 13, 2024
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