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We’re closing out #SecondChanceMonth by highlighting the importance of diversion: an opportunity to reduce incarceration by offering treatment, support and a second chance. As an alternative to incarceration, public defenders advocate for eligible individuals to participate in treatment programs and access community based resources. Diversion promotes public safety by addressing underlying factors that drive system involvement, reducing recidivism and changing lives!
Last weekend, in partnership with @californiapublicdefenders, we hosted the 44th annual Youth Defender & Advocate Training Seminar. With remarks from @hoops4justice Director, @ilanahparach, and Father Steve Katsouros, S.J., it was a beautiful day to continue the fight for the well being of our LA County youth as they are confronted with the criminal legal system.
Last weekend, in partnership with @californiapublicdefenders, we hosted the 44th annual Youth Defender & Advocate Training Seminar. With remarks from @hoops4justice Director, Illana Parach, and Father Steve Katsouros, S.J., it was a beautiful day to continue the fight for the well being of our LA County youth as they are confronted with the criminal legal system.
📢Tomorrow is Public Defense Day of Action and we’re calling on our community to show support for the Right to Counsel. Legislation changes, prosecutorial practices sway, but there’s always one constant: your right to counsel. Public defenders uphold your constitutional rights with a fraction of the institutional funding and resources provided to prosecutors and law enforcement. It’s time to close the gap!
We invite community to advocate for and show solidarity with us. Public defenders across the country will be wearing black in solidarity on April 23 - show your support by joining us!
Today, we celebrate Administrative Professionals Day and recognize the vital contributions of our administrative staff across the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office.
This includes our secretarial staff, administrative analysts, clerical teams, HR, procurement, fiscal, facilities, and operations staff, and the many others who keep our office running each day.
We are all deeply grateful for your professionalism, dedication, and the care you bring to your roles every day.
This Second Chance Month, we reaffirm our commitment to investing in people and strengthening our community. By removing barriers that otherwise block success and stability, we’re helping individuals rebuild their lives with the goal of preventing further contact with the criminal legal system. Learn more about our expungement services by visiting our website.
We are celebrating Cambodian Heritage Month this April by recognizing the traditions, culture, and resilient spirit of the Los Angeles Cambodian Community.
Join us for an upcoming blood drive in partnership with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles—an opportunity to give back and support lifesaving care for patients across Los Angeles County.
The drive will take place on Wednesday, April 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:25 p.m. at the San Fernando office (950 First St., San Fernando, CA 91340). Sign up for a time slot through the link in our biođź”—
