Aug 10, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardSan Benito County Public Defender Oversight Committee Regular Meeting
The meeting focused on various operational updates for the county's indigent defense system, including staffing, recruitment, and service continuity for Tier 1, 2, and 3 providers. Key discussion topics included the status of the Public Defender Pilot Program, a state funding opportunity for indigent defense system improvements, and recommendations regarding CARE Court implementation and grant funding. Additionally, the Committee reviewed the implementation of a financial eligibility verification policy for applicants seeking public defender services and provided direction on finalizing a formal complaint form and associated policy for addressing feedback regarding public defender performance.