County to extend public defense contract through 2027 while cities consider direct contracts
County staff said the current public defense arrangement will continue through 2027, with cities expected to consider direct contracting afterward; commissioners flagged outstanding issues including indemnification, conflict‑attorney arrangements and whether cities will assume contracting for conflicts after 2027.
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Commissioners discussed the county's contract with the public defender office and related arrangements for conflict counsel, with staff recommending the county carry the public defense umbrella through Dec. 31, 2027 and the cities consider contracting directly thereafter.
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