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New Day NorthwestMay 19, 2026The Blake decision significantly impacted this man’s life. Hundreds of thousands more people still need relief.
The Seattle TimesMay 4, 2026What WA’s controversial ‘insanity defense’ really means. This verdict is rare in Washington courts.
The San Francisco StandardMay 18, 2026San Francisco public defenders wore all black in a silent protest over heavy caseloads, understaffing, and burnout. They said chronic underfunding is making it harder to provide adequate legal defense to clients.
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From the Director
The Office of Public Defense believes in providing justice through service to our community, prioritizing equity and excellence in all we do. Ensuring justice means embracing a multidisciplinary approach to providing public defense services, ensuring that each individual is met where they are at with the help they need in their case.
This core value propels our team of dedicated advocates to address the far-reaching causes and consequences of justice involvement. We are dedicated to collaborating across disciplines, pooling diverse expertise and perspectives to accomplish our mission.
We want to extend our sincerest gratitude to our partners and supporters, who are integral to our efforts to break down the barriers that stand in the way of access to justice for all. Together, we can champion a system that ensures justice for every individual, family, and community in the State of Washington.