MIDC Informational Webinar on the Next Proposed Standards
The MIDC staff hosted a webinar to provide information about the next proposed standards. Watch the webinar here. The MIDC’s […]
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MIDC and RAND Caseload Study
Read the MIDC’s proposed standard for indigent defense workloads here. MIDC RAND Time Study Quick Start Guide MIDC RAND Time […]
Spring 2018 Update
For the past six months, the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission has reviewed and finalized compliance plan approvals for the first […]
Incentivizing Quality Indigent Defense Representation – Recommendations for Reforming Compensation Mechanisms in Michigan
A new report released by the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission examines the financial incentives and disincentives inherent to the compensation […]
Public Hearing on Proposed Standards to be held June 12, 2018
The Michigan Indigent Defense Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed Standards 5, 6, 7, and 8 in Lansing, […]
2017 Annual Report
The MIDC is required to publish an annual report pursuant to M.C.L. §780.999. The 2017 Report Planning for Change by […]
Standards – Complete Packet Available to Print
The complete packet of minimum standards for indigent defense delivery systems is available to download from the MIDC’s website here. […]
6th Amendment Center Releases Report Evaluating Wayne County Defender Office
A new report released by the Sixth Amendment Center (6AC) has identified deficiencies in indigent legal services in Wayne County. […]
Commission Meetings and Minutes
The Michigan Indigent Defense Commission meets regularly in Lansing. Information about upcoming meetings and minutes from all meetings can be […]
Governor Appoints Kristina Robinson to MIDC
Governor Rick Snyder recently announced the appointment of Kristina Robinson of Detroit to the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission. “I thank […]