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Board proclaims Public Defense Day; county public defender highlights Gideon legacy and racial disparities in local jails
Alameda County Board of Supervisors · March 25, 2025
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Summary
The board proclaimed March 18 as Public Defense Day in recognition of Gideon v. Wainwright’s anniversary; Alameda County’s public defender described expanded services, persistent racial disparities in the jail population and the ongoing need to fulfill Gideon’s promise.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors proclaimed March 18, 2025 as Public Defense Day during the March 25 meeting, marking the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Gideon v. Wainwright.
Supervisor Marquez introduced the proclamation and invited members of the…
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