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Jersey City Public Defender's Budget: A Deep Dive
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Jersey Citys Municipal Public Defenders office, led by Chief Andrew Abrams since 2002, is facing budget cuts and staff shortages. With a budget of nearly half a million dollars for next year, Abrams and his nine deputies work on a per diem basis, handling a five-fold increase in caseloads post-COVID. Despite the challenges, Abrams maintains high standards, treating every client like a private pay case. The council acknowledged his long service and will meet again tomorrow at City Hall, live on Microsoft Teams.
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