Public Defender asks for four positions, citing caseload and turnover pressures

Feb 13, 2025

The DeKalb County Public Defender requested two attorneys, one investigator and one administrative position — with full benefits — to reduce caseload stress that drives turnover and lengthens case resolution times.

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The DeKalb County Public Defender asked the Finance, Audit and Budget Committee on Feb. 13 for four additional positions — two attorneys, one investigator and one administrative staffer — and for those positions to be funded with benefits.

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