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Law Practice

Jun. 17, 2009

A 'True Believer' Carries the Flag for Criminal Defense in Tough Times

Robert E. Boyce plans to use his stint as president of the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association to promote support for funding criminal defense, even as budget cuts loom.

By Pat Broderick
Daily Journal Staff Writer

SAN DIEGO - Some folks out there still don't get it, according to Robert E. Boyce, the new president of the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association.

"There is a general perception that we are letting criminals out on the street," he said. "It is just as important to defend the guilty as protect the innocent."

His 225-member group is continuing to carry that message, along with its stated missi...

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