Bay Citizen: SFPD Told To Follow Law On Residences

October 10th, 2012 | Category: In The News

Memo from chief emphasizes hotel residents’ rights in search and seizure cases.

Why Many Young Black Men Are Accused Of Being in Gangs

August 8th, 2012 | Category: In The News

SF Weekly cover story featuring a Public Defender client takes aim at the myriad problems in San Francisco’s gang enforcement.

Back-to-School Event To Serve Thousands of Bayview Families

August 7th, 2012 | Category: Media

More than 3,000 Bayview schoolchildren will receive free backpacks, school uniforms, educational supplies and access to free resources at the annual Bayview-Hunters Point Back to School Celebration on Saturday, Aug. 18.

Suicidal Man Beaten By Police To Receive Treatment

May 18th, 2012 | Category: Press Releases

Incident caught on video highlights need for additional training for officers.

‘Justice By The Book’ Focus Of 2011 Justice Summit

May 5th, 2011 | Category: Press Releases

On the heels of major change in San Francisco’s law enforcement leadership, the 2011 Public Defender’s Justice Summit: Justice By The Book promises a fascinating discussion on May 18 about the city’s most challenging and controversial criminal justice issues.