Please join us tomorrow at the Capitol Extension Auditorium for engaging discussions about what state and local leaders are doing to address the public defense challenges of Texas. Register here: TIDCDefendingLiberty.eventbrite.com

Today is the day! Join us at the Capitol Extension Auditorium for engaging discussions about what state and local leaders are doing to address the public defense challenges of Texas. Register here: TIDCDefendingLiberty.eventbrite.com

Our event kicks off in 15 minutes! If you need help getting to the Capitol Auditorium, look for a friendly TIDC staff member in a green shirt!

On deck: TIDC Executive Director, Scott Ehlers will lead a panel on how the #TXLege can address public defense challenges in the state. Watch here: tinyurl.com/yc4xn8z9

This next panel will discuss the severe attorney shortages and other challenges counties are facing in providing constitutionally required counsel in criminal cases, as well as proven solutions, especially in rural Texas. Watch here: tinyurl.com/yc4xn8z9

This last panel will explore challenges faced by the bench in attracting and keeping quality court-appointed legal counsel for parents and children in child protection cases and possible solutions available to address the issues. Watch here: tinyurl.com/yc4xn8z9

Rep. John Smithee, Chairman of House Crim Jur Committee & TIDC Board Member recognized the 62nd anniversary of the landmark #SCOTUS decision, Gideon v. Wainwright and celebrates the creation of TIDC. #TXLege #GideonDay #NationalPublicDefenseDay youtu.be/Df4vVNmTxR0?fe…

On Tuesday Dean Senator Judith Zaffirini recognized the 62nd anniversary of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision, Gideon v. Wainwright and celebrates the creation of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission. #TXLege #GideonDay #NationalPublicDefenseDay youtu.be/aVL-bYTBaQ0?fe…

MEETING NOTICE: The next TIDC Full Board meeting is scheduled for April 4, 2025 in Austin to discuss this agenda: tidc.texas.gov/media/aihlateu…

The job posting for our Communications Specialist position is now live! To learn more and apply, visit: capps.taleo.net/careersection/…

This month, TIDC welcomed our newest OU College of Law intern, Caroline!

This month, TIDC welcomed our newest SU College of Law intern, Elizabeth!

Rural Texas counties are getting new public defender offices! TIDC approved $7M+ for new or expanded public defender offices in 8 counties. These investments help address the attorney shortage crisis and ensure that everyone in Texas has access to quality legal representation.

Save the date for TIDC's Indigent Defense Workshop! 📅 October 23–24 📍 Texas Association of Counties (1210 San Antonio St., Austin, TX 78701) County stakeholders from across Texas are invited to learn strategies to strengthen indigent defense. Registration info coming soon!

📣 Registration opens this Friday, August 1st, for TIDC’s 2025 Indigent Defense Workshop! Join us October 23–24, 2025, at the Texas Association of Counties (1210 San Antonio Street, Austin, TX) for two days of learning, networking, and collaboration. Stay tuned!

Registration is now open for TIDC's 2025 Indigent Defense Workshop! This two-day event is tailored for public defense stakeholders who work in the courts and counties across Texas. Register here: bit.ly/2025IDWorkshop Hotel information coming soon—stay tuned!

Calling all judges and attorneys handling child welfare cases! The Children’s Commission is offering scholarships to cover registration for the upcoming Civil Appellate Practice 101 training. Review eligibility criteria: bit.ly/3Uirkv8 Apply: bit.ly/4mv9FMI

🚨 We’re hiring a Policy Analyst / Senior Policy Analyst! Are you passionate about strengthening public defense across Texas? Help shape policies that make a real difference. Applications are open through August 19, 2025. Apply through CAPPS Careers: bit.ly/3UjfXD1