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Prescott to Lead Augusta Public Defender Office
The Georgia Public Defender Council has appointed Lee Prescott as the
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Local Offices
September 16, 2025
Mark Alexander Appointed Circuit Public Defender for Northeastern Judicial Circuit
Experienced trial lawyer with over 30 years of courtroom leadership succeeds longtime defender Brad Morris.
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Training
August 20, 2025
From DeKalb to Kenya: Public Defenders Deliver Training Behind Bars
DeKalb County public defenders traveled to Kenya to deliver courtroom skills training inside a prison.
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Training
August 11, 2025
Georgia Public Defender Council Honors Leadership Academy Graduates, Announces Continuation for 2025-2026
GPDC celebrates the 2024-2025 Leadership Academy cohort and announces a new class beginning fall 2025.
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Events
August 1, 2025
Vision, Innovation, and Leadership Showcased at GPDC 2025 Summer Conference
Over 600 attendees gathered at UGA for the weeklong conference featuring 60+ sessions and the inaugural Fletcher Award.
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Events
July 24, 2025
Georgia Public Defender Council Honors Chief Justice Norman S. Fletcher with New Award
GPDC establishes annual award honoring retired Chief Justice Fletcher; Sherry D. Widner named first recipient.
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Events
June 4, 2025
A Tribute to Purpose-Driven Leadership: GPDC Celebrates 2025 Leadership Academy Graduates
The Georgia Public Defender Council recognized graduates during a ceremony at the Georgia State Capitol.
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