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The cost of justice
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The article discusses the financial implications of the criminal justice system. It highlights the importance of hiring a lawyer when facing criminal charges and the high cost associated with legal representation. The majority of felony cases are defended by public defenders due to the inability of most people to afford a private attorney. The Public Defender's Office receives more state funding than the District Attorney's Office. The article also emphasizes that justice should not be determined by one's financial status and that the government provides funding for prosecution through tax dollars. The support of local government is crucial for the functioning of the justice system. The author expresses gratitude for the opportunity to work with local government and serve the community.
#JusticeSystem #CriminalCharges #Lawyer #PublicDefenders #Funding #TaxDollars #LocalGovernment
https://www.griffindailynews.com/opinion/columnists/the-cost-of-justice/article_ce8bfbd9-7a27-5a01-8f6b-17613a8071da.html
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The article discusses the financial implications of the criminal justice system. It highlights the importance of hiring a lawyer when facing criminal charges and the high cost associated with legal representation. The majority of felony cases are defended by public defenders due to the inability of most people to afford a private attorney. The Public Defender's Office receives more state funding than the District Attorney's Office. The article also emphasizes that justice should not be determined by one's financial status and that the government provides funding for prosecution through tax dollars. The support of local government is crucial for the functioning of the justice system. The author expresses gratitude for the opportunity to work with local government and serve the community.
#JusticeSystem #CriminalCharges #Lawyer #PublicDefenders #Funding #TaxDollars #LocalGovernment
https://www.griffindailynews.com/opinion/columnists/the-cost-of-justice/article_ce8bfbd9-7a27-5a01-8f6b-17613a8071da.html