A key component will allow experienced public defenders to exceed caseload limits previously set by the state — and get paid ...

Oregon Public Defense Commission Director Ken Sanchagrin had delivered a plan to Gov. Tina Kotek on how the commission will aim to resolve the crisis.

The seven-point plan includes increasing flexibility around the guidelines attorneys follow for maximum caseloads.

Oregon Public Defense Commission Director Ken Sanchagrin had delivered a plan to Gov. Tina Kotek on how the commission will aim to resolve the crisis.

Politics Oregon Legislature adjourns 2025 session as Democrats’ transportation plans stumble By Dirk VanderHart (OPB), Lauren Dake (OPB) and Bryce Dole (OPB ) June 27, 2025 11:17 p.m.

SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — The Oregon Public Defense Commission (OPDC) has released a 12-month plan outlining its strategy to reduce the number of unrepresented criminal defendants across the state.

The 2025 legislative session ended Friday evening at 11:15 p.m. after a marathon day packed with more drama and uncertainty ...

Oregon Governor Kotek praises progress on key issues in legislative session but notes transportation was neglected.

The Oregon Legislature’s failure to pass taxes and fees to lift struggling transportation revenues has left Central Oregon ...