Tuesday, August 5, 2014
In a historic move, the San Francisco Public Defender’s office has hired a full-time civil immigration attorney to help clients facing deportation or similar consequences, Public Defender Jeff Adachi announced today.
Public Defender to Provide Immigration Help
Bail Jumps For Some Offenses, Public Defender Cries Foul
Monday, August 4, 2014
Jeff Adachi speaks out on San Francisco’s seemingly arbitrary bail hikes.
5,000+ SF Kids to Receive Backpacks, Resources At Two August Events
Huge giveaway will be held Aug. 9 in the Western Addition and Aug. 16 in the Bayview.
Viewpoints: Criminal Defense Attorneys Deserve Some Respect
Thursday, July 17, 2014
Read San Francisco Public Defender Jeff Adachi’s Op-ed in the Sacramento Bee.
Man Acquitted After Punch Causes Serious Injury
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
A man accused of causing an acquaintance’s serious head injury has been acquitted after a jury determined he acted in self-defense, San Francisco Public Defender Jeff Adachi announced today.
Laura’s Law Can Help Decriminalize Mental Illness
Monday, July 7, 2014
In an Op-Ed, Jeff Adachi expresses support for the responsible implementation of Laura’s Law in San Francisco.
Trial Attorneys Wanted
Monday, June 30, 2014
SF Public Defender is hiring deputy public defenders.
Unique SF Program Aims to Keep Troubled Kids in School
Thursday, June 26, 2014
SF Examiner covers the Public Defender’s LEAP program.
Cyclist Cleared in Pedestrian Accident
Friday, June 20, 2014
The case against a cyclist who struck a jaywalker in Noe Valley was dismissed after a jury voted overwhelmingly for his acquittal, San Francisco Public Defender Jeff Adachi announced today.