In a country that lacks legal representation for all, some people are fighting for change.
James McDermott, Chief Public Defender of Far West Texas, and Scott Ehlers, Director of Public Defense Improvement at the Texas Indigent Defense Commission, are two of those people.
In this group interview, James and Scott discuss the Texas Indigent Defense System and how they make a positive impact in their respective areas.
We uncover the barriers stopping people from receiving fair legal representation and even hear some heartwarming stories about clients that James and Scott represent.
If you want to dive deep into the complexities of the Texas Indigent Defense System and learn how you can help, this is the episode for you.
Key Topics and Takeaways
Guests:
James McDermott, Chief Public Defender Far West Texas
Far West Texas Regional Public Defender
Scott Ehlers, Director of Public Defense Improvement, Texas Indigent Defense Commission
Texas Indigent Defense Commission
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