SADO seeks summer interns!

Applications are due by 1/10/25 at 5 PM

SADO is seeking first- and second-year law students committed to public service, racial equity, and social justice to join its Summer Internship Program.  Read more


A special thank you!

From the September 2024 Criminal Defense Newsletter

As CDRC wraps up their 2023-2024 subscription year, we are also saying goodbye to two long-time contributors to the Criminal Defense Resource Center and the Criminal Defense Newsletter, Susan Walsh and John G. Zevalking.  Read more


SADO expands to unprecedented levels!

From the September 2024 Criminal Defense Newsletter

In 2014, the State Appellate Defender Office had 43 employees. By the end of 2025, SADO expects to have 108 people working to best represent its clients. This article explores the different opportunities that have made this expansion possible. Read more


SADO and MAACS Attorneys to argue before MSC at October session

October 9 & 10, 2024, Hall of Justice, Lansing MI

SADO’s Jacqueline McCann, Angel Meneses, Matthew Monahan, and MAACS roster attorney Michael Faraone will present argument before the Michigan Supreme Court on October 9 & 10, 2024, on issues including double jeopardy, consecutive sentencing, and subject matter jurisdiction. Read more


Addressing attorney shortages in rural Michigan: A comprehensive approach

From the September 2024 Criminal Defense Newsletter

The lack of attorneys in rural Michigan has created a significant barrier to accessing justice, particularly for indigent clients. To address this issue, a new triage project outlines a comprehensive strategy to bolster the Michigan Special Assignment Team (the “Team”) and integrate innovative technology solutions. Read more


Michigan Supreme Court sentencing decisions, Term 2023-2024

From the September 2024 Criminal Defense Newsletter

It was a quiet year on sentencing matters. The Michigan Supreme Court heard oral argument in three cases where relief seemed plausible, but the Court later denied leave to appeal without disturbing two published Court of Appeals decisions that were either hard to fathom or based on questionable legal grounds. Read more


Ending life and long sentences in Michigan: Part 1 of 3

From the September 2024 Criminal Defense Newsletter

Imagine growing old, away from loved ones, trees, nutritious foods, access to movement, and subject to daily abuse and neglect in a place where you lack any degree of autonomy. This is the harsh and isolative reality for many people in Michigan. Read more


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