Why Do Accused Batterers Get a Free Attorney, but Domestic Violence Victims Don’t?

When domestic violence cases make their way through the legal system, accused batterers have the right to a free, court-appointed attorney in criminal cases. But a domestic violence survivor isn’t assured access to reduced-cost legal services. It’s a problematic imbalance, and correcting it could likely reduce the rate of domestic violence.
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