Topic: The use of public defenders should be mandatory
using public defenders would be a fairer system ensuring that everyone has the same level of representation, not just those who can afford better.
using public defenders would level the playing field in the court of law; people would be less likely to be able to "buy their way out" of legal troubles.
we are entitled to be represented and defend ourselves in a court of law in the best way we can afford.  we have the right to choose our own defense lawyers and shouldn't be forced to accept one we don't want.
we have a right to choose who we want to defend us, including defending ourselves.  making the use of public defenders mandatory takes away that right.
we should not make the use of public defenders as mandatory as one should have the freedom to hire their defense team if they think they can get better represented.
we should not require the use of public defenders as mandatory as every person has the right to hire counsel that fits their means.
we should try to cut costs since our debt is at dangerous levels
When criminals need a lawyer, public defenders are mostly their only option and should be used automatically.
whether or not to usa a public defender should be a choice made by the defendant, not the government.
why should the rich have access to a better defense than the poor? if everyone used the same level of defender it would make the justice system much fairer.
will be the best possible solution for the person prosecuted,
according to the particular circumstances of the case
would ensure that everyone had the same defense
yes i think that the use of public defenders should be mandatory because s necesary for defense
you should be able to hire any lawyer you can to defend yourself from charges.
you should prohibit the use of public defenders since they often do not provide good service