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Tooele County defense and children’s services seek modest staff increases; defenders say pay lags peers
Summary
Public defenders and the Children’s Justice Center asked the commission for modest increases and reallocation to cover rising court demands. Defense contract pay is near the bottom among peers, a presenter said, and the CJC asked to convert a part‑time forensic interviewer to ~34.5 hours to cover subpoenas and training.
Officials overseeing criminal defense contracts and child advocacy services told the commission they need modest budget adjustments to maintain services.
Children’s Justice Center: Rachel Cowan said the CJC’s state reimbursement for July 2025–June 2026 totals $231,856, with a potential one‑time $35,000. She asked that a part‑time victim…
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