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Franklin County commissioners ratify indigent defense agreement with Circuit Public Defender

The agreement sets how the county works with the Circuit Public Defender's office to provide legal representation for residents who cannot afford an attorney.

By NEGA Brief NewsroomLast checked September 30, 2026
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The Indigent Defense Agreement between Franklin County and the Circuit Public Defender appeared on the Board of Commissioners' agenda for its August 3, 2026 meeting.

SourcesAugust 03, 2026, Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda. Agenda

The Board of Commissioners ratified the agreement at that meeting, voting 5-0 to approve it.

SourcesAugust 03, 2026, Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda. Minutes

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Ratification of Indigent Defense Agreement with the Circuit Public Defender

the item was the ratification of the agreement between Franklin County and the Circuit Public Defender

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Indigent Defense Agreement

Indigent Defense Agreement

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