Government
Sep. 11, 2014
Defense lawyers gaining ground in state Legislature
Defense attorneys typically fight to hold ground in California's Legislature. But this session they surprised some observers by pushing through an ambitious bill to improve defendants' rights.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
SACRAMENTO - Criminal defense attorneys typically fight to hold ground in the state Legislature. But this session, they surprised some observers by pushing through an ambitious bill to improve defendants' rights.
In light of the success, some observers say a trend of public and policymaker concern about prosecutorial misconduct may be finally helping defense attorneys get a leg up with lawmakers. ...
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