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Posted on Originally published at courtwatch.help

Why Court System in US Keeps Breaking Rural Defendants

Rural defendants face a broken court system that stretches trials months beyond the norm. The delay stems from limited court resources, sparse scheduling, and a backlog that is not addressed by standard procedural reforms. Local lawyers counter this by filing expediting motions, coordinating with district attorneys, and advocating for technology solutions that streamline case management. These tactics aim to reduce the time between arraignment and trial, though the systemic issues persist.

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