Since public defenders work for the state, they take on a much larger number of cases than other attorneys. In some cases, this can lead to stress and. Public defenders usually only work in one court or jurisdiction, and if they are part of a firm, it is with a group of public defenders who are likely to be overwhelmed in that same jurisdiction. Our 8 RDF attorneys handle DUI cases in a variety of Oregon courts, giving them a broader perspective on handling these cases than a public defender has easy access.
They also have previous experience as prosecutors, judges, and (yes) as public defenders, and all that diverse perspective applies to every case we address. Our team approach means that every customer benefits from our more than 100 years of collective experience. Cases like Mardlin's are not unique to Michigan because of an overburdened and underfunded public defense system that fails us in many ways. First, it is up to the court to determine if you are financially eligible for services.
of a public defender. Usually, you must request a public defender and a judge must approve your request before appointing you a lawyer. As a result of his public defender's budgetary restrictions, Fred Mardlin went to prison for arson and insurance fraud. The decision between a Deputy Public Defender and a private lawyer will depend on your personal situation.
Public defenders work with the same judges and prosecutors every day, giving them the opportunity to know their personalities better than an attorney who travels across the state. The bottom line is that regardless of how competent or dedicated a public defender is, they often lack the time, financial and other resources to thoroughly investigate a case and initiate an aggressive defense. If this is your only option, using a public defender is better than having no lawyer or trying to represent yourself.
