Louisiana Public Square - Justice on Hold
Season 12 Episode 1204 | 58m 51sVideo has Closed Captions
How serious of a problem is the shortage of public defenders in Louisiana?
If you’re currently accused of a crime in Louisiana but can’t afford to hire an attorney, you may literally be “Defense-less.” Public Defenders Offices in twelve Louisiana districts say they don’t have the resources to keep up with the demand for court-appointed attorneys. Six districts have put suspects on waiting lists for counsel.
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Louisiana Public Square is a local public television program presented by LPB
Funding provided by The Foundation for Excellence in Louisiana Public Broadcasting
Louisiana Public Square - Justice on Hold
Season 12 Episode 1204 | 58m 51sVideo has Closed Captions
If you’re currently accused of a crime in Louisiana but can’t afford to hire an attorney, you may literally be “Defense-less.” Public Defenders Offices in twelve Louisiana districts say they don’t have the resources to keep up with the demand for court-appointed attorneys. Six districts have put suspects on waiting lists for counsel.
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Louisiana Public Square is a local public television program presented by LPB
Funding provided by The Foundation for Excellence in Louisiana Public Broadcasting