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Toledo's public defender reveals a pressing need for $5.7 million to uphold constitutional standards in legal representation, highlighting the impact of funding on justice.

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Public defender urges funding to meet caseload standards, trims ask to $5.7 million
Sean McNulty, chief public defender for the Toledo Legal Aid Society, told Lucas County commissioners his office needs roughly $6.5 million to meet national caseload standards but revised the FY27 request to $5.7 million after removing fellowship and internship items and obtaining grant offsets.
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October 7, 2026 at 10:09 PM