- The Fulton County Public Defender says his office has a staffing shortage.
- Chief Public Defender Kenneth Day says his department can barely keep up with the criminal caseload, which makes evictions and immigration cases even more of a challenge.
- Chief Day told the Atlanta Public Safety Committee on Monday that his case volume has gone up and he is always in need of attorney staff.
- Chief Day says the definition of a public defender now involves a holistic approach, which includes wraparound services for your client, not just a courtroom appearance.
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