The mission of the Office of the Public Defender (OPD) is to provide superior legal representation to indigent defendants in the State of Maryland by safeguarding fundamental individual rights and ensuring access to the guaranteed protections afforded by the United States Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the Maryland Constitution and Declaration of Rights, and the laws of Maryland.
External link for Office of the Public Defender Maryland
6 St. Paul Street
Suite 1400
Baltimore, Maryland 21202, US
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Join us on July 16th for a legislative briefing for a discussion with Maryland Public Defender Natasha M. Dartigue. Learn about MOPD's Youth Legislative Priorities, the YES Act, and why HB814 will harm Maryland's youth. Live on Facebook! #YouthAdvocacy #HB814
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We're #hiring a new Juvenile Attorney: Multiple Locations in Maryland in Salisbury, Maryland. Apply today or share this post with your network.
As part of our "And How Are the Children?" campaign, we are proud to feature insights from a student participant in our Reimagining Justice oratorical contest at Suitland High School. This young advocate emphasizes the need for alternative methods to support and guide children rather than relying on incarceration. Their thoughtful perspective highlights the importance of compassionate and effective approaches to juvenile justice. #ReimaginingJustice #YouthVoices #DEI #AndHowAreTheChildren
What are alternatives to jail? Prevention and treatment-focused services: behavioral health and substance use support; houselessness prevention; transitional housing; education; restorative justice; community services addressing root causes of violence. #alternativestojail #alternatives #preventiontreatment #behavioralhealth #SubstanceUseSupport #SubstanceUse #restorativejustice #education #communityservices
This July, our campaign draws inspiration from the Masai tribe's greeting, "Casserian Engeri," to spotlight the importance of our children's well-being. The Maryland Office of the Public Defender is dedicated to ending the automatic charging of children as adults and passing the YES Act. When we hear "All the children are well," we understand it as: - Peace and safety reigning in our communities. - A commitment to protecting the young and vulnerable. - A life where every child has the opportunity to thrive. - Assurance that daily hardships do not compromise our children's care. Let's work together for a future where every child can say, "I am well." Join us in this vital mission. 💪❤️ #AndHowAreTheChildren #YESAct #YouthProtection #MarylandPublicDefender
Office of the Public Defender Maryland is hosting Lunch and Learn: HB833 Substance Use Treatment. Make sure to attend it on July 1.
Join us for a virtual Lunch and Learn Info Session on HB833, going into effect on October 1st! 📅 This important bill focuses on substance use treatment and establishes the presumption that it's in a child's best interest to stay with their parent in Residential Substance Use treatment when placement is available. 🏠❤️ 🗓 Date: July 1st, 2024 🕛 Time: 12 PM EST Don't miss this informative session! #HB833 #SubstanceUseTreatment #FamilyFirst #LunchAndLearn #VirtualEvent
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📢 Join us for the "And, How Are the Children?" Panel Discussion + Q&A! 📢 We’re reviewing and recapping HB 814 and the YES Act, focusing on ending the automatic charging of children as adults. Your voice matters—let’s make a difference together! 🗓 Upcoming Community Events: July 23, 2024 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 📍 Prince George’s Community College 301 Largo Road, Largo, MD 20774 - Chesapeake Hall, Room 109 RSVP Here: bit.ly/3W7yYKB July 30, 2024 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 📍 First Baptist Family Life & Cultural Center 528 Booth Street, Salisbury, MD 21801 RSVP Here: bit.ly/3W0wE88 Let’s come together to support our youth and community! 🌟
Youth crime often stems from deeper issues like poverty and trauma. Forensic social workers help uncover these root causes and connect kids to essential services. Check out this article featuring #MOPD Social Workers! The Baltimore Banner explains why we need more social workers in our youth division. #RootCauseAnalysis #YouthSupport https://lnkd.in/dYe9kRMX
Join us on July 16th for a legislative briefing for a discussion with Maryland Public Defender Natasha M. Dartigue. Learn about MOPD's Youth Legislative Priorities, the YES Act, and why HB814 will harm Maryland's youth. Live on Facebook! #YouthAdvocacy #HB814
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We celebrate the resilience and strength of Black Americans today and every day. Yet, true freedom eludes us until justice and equality reach every corner of our society. Mass incarceration is the result of current and historical racial injustices, which perpetuate a form of modern-day slavery. As we reflect on Black history, we reaffirm our commitment to a future where every individual can experience true freedom and opportunity. #FreedomForAll #BlackHistory