DelawareAssistant public defenders would earn at least what deputy attorneys general earn
If passed, Delaware's Chief Defender would have to set appointed assistant defense lawyers' pay at least as high as deputy attorneys general's pay.
What it does
Assistant lawyers appointed by Delaware's Chief Defender would have to earn at least as much as deputy attorneys general, who work in the state attorney general's office.
Argument forComparable pay could help Delaware's public defense office recruit and keep lawyers to represent its clients.
Argument againstThe pay floor could increase state spending if these lawyers now earn less than deputy attorneys general.
More detail
The Chief Defender would set appointed assistant lawyers' pay at least as high as deputy attorneys general's pay. This covers assistant lawyers appointed by the Chief Defender to Delaware's public defense office.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Jun 5Introduced and Assigned to Elections & Government Affairs Committee in SenateIntroduced
Criminal Justice