Criminal
Dec. 1, 2025
Public defenders and prosecutors warn of crisis fueled by Prop 36
San Francisco's justice system faces mounting strain as public defenders and prosecutors struggle with soaring caseloads, staffing shortages and unfunded mandates. The problems are seen elsewhere in the state, with disagreement about the causes and solutions.
Trying to find parking outside San Francisco's downtown Hall of Justice has always been tough, but according to county Public Defender Manohar Raju it has gotten worse in recent months - a sign of increased criminal case filings and those who need to make appearances, he said.
But there is often parking to be found on Jeff Adachi Way, directly opposite the courthouse. Adachi was San Francisco's public defender from 2003 until his death in 2019.
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