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Public Defense Standards Are Changing: Selecting and Contracting for Public Defense Services

March 9, 2026  by  Drew T. Pollom
Category:  Guest Author ,  Courts and Criminal Justice System

In 2024, the State Bar Association adopted revised standards related to public defense services. A 2025 Supreme Court interim order also addressed these standards. Since the standards now differ, how should a local government contract for public defense services?

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Public Defense Standards Are Changing: Part 2

August 28, 2025  by  Oskar Rey ,  Drew T. Pollom
Category:  Guest Author ,  Courts and Criminal Justice System ,  Court Decisions and AGO Opinions

In 2024, the Washington State Bar Association adopted revised standards related to caseload limits and other elements of public defense service. A recent state supreme court interim order impacts these standards. What do local governments need to know moving forward?

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Public Defense Standards Are Changing: What Counties and Cities Need to Know

May 6, 2024  by  Oskar Rey ,  Drew T. Pollom
Category:  Guest Author ,  Courts and Criminal Justice System

The Washington State Bar Association recently adopted revised standards that provide case load limits and other requirements related to public defense services. What are these new standards and what do local agencies need to know to be prepared for the change?

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