DelawareDelaware lawmakers recognized March 18, 2025, as National Public Defense Day
Delaware lawmakers recognized March 18, 2025, as National Public Defense Day and praised the office that represents people who cannot afford a lawyer.
What it does
Delaware lawmakers recognized March 18, 2025, as National Public Defense Day. They honored the right to a lawyer and praised the state's public defense office.
Argument forRecognizing the day could draw attention to the right to a lawyer and the office that helps people who cannot afford one.
Argument againstPeople who need legal help might see little direct change because the resolution recognizes a day and praises existing work.
More detail
The Senate and House recognized March 18, 2025, as National Public Defense Day in Delaware. The resolution honors the right to a lawyer for people accused of crimes or juvenile offenses in Delaware and praises the Office of Defense Services.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Mar 19Passed in House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Consent Calendar Number 3. Result: pass.Lower
- Mar 18Passed By Senate. Votes: 19 YES 2 ABSENTPassed 1st Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Mar 18Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Mar 19Passed in House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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