NOTE: This op-ed will appear in Friday’s Daily Journal to declare that we have the right to plead no contest, a right that San Francisco courts have denied our clients. While it is true that the taking of a no contest plea is subject to the court’s permission, I argue that their decision to deny...Read More

Here are photos from the recent 2014 Justice Summit held at Koret Auditorium.Read More

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BMAGIC Back to School Event to Draw 3,000+ AttendeesRead More

Sister Helen Prejean speaks at Temple Emanu-El in San Francisco. Hosted by Temple Emanu-El. Co-sponsored by the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office and Rosen, Bien, Galvan & Grunfeld LLP. Followed by a book signing by Sister Helen Prejean. Sister Helen’s books will be available for sale. Video of Sister Helen Prejean speaking at the event:...Read More

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Check out the photos from the 2012 Justice Summit!Read More

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The 2011 Annual Report and 2012 Calendar features photographs from the 90-year history of the San Francisco Public Defender's Office.Read More

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