San Francisco Public Defender's Office
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The official Bluesky account of the San Francisco Public Defender's Office. Fiercely defending individuals, confronting state violence, and advocating for community power. sfpublicdefender.org. https://linktr.ee/sfpublicdefender.
Did you know that the San Francisco “pretext stops” policy is showing early signs of success in reducing racial profiling during police traffic stops? It’s a great start, but there’s still a long way to go…
February 5, 2026 at 10:19 PM
Did you know that the San Francisco “pretext stops” policy is showing early signs of success in reducing racial profiling during police traffic stops? It’s a great start, but there’s still a long way to go…
We @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov were honored to kick off #BlackHistoryMonth w/ Jeffery Robinson, exec dir. of the Who We Are Project. He gave an amazing training on trial storytelling, & spoke about 100 years of BHM—reminding us of our shared history & public defenders’ role fighting anti-Black racism.
February 5, 2026 at 8:17 PM
We @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov were honored to kick off #BlackHistoryMonth w/ Jeffery Robinson, exec dir. of the Who We Are Project. He gave an amazing training on trial storytelling, & spoke about 100 years of BHM—reminding us of our shared history & public defenders’ role fighting anti-Black racism.
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📢 Join Our Community Budget Presentation!
Thursday, 2/12/26, 11:00 AM
In person or via Zoom
Come learn about our goals, the vital work we do, & our budget. Public defenders are essential to protecting constitutional rights, ensuring fairness, & giving a voice to people who can’t afford an attorney.
Thursday, 2/12/26, 11:00 AM
In person or via Zoom
Come learn about our goals, the vital work we do, & our budget. Public defenders are essential to protecting constitutional rights, ensuring fairness, & giving a voice to people who can’t afford an attorney.
February 4, 2026 at 11:38 PM
📢 Join Our Community Budget Presentation!
Thursday, 2/12/26, 11:00 AM
In person or via Zoom
Come learn about our goals, the vital work we do, & our budget. Public defenders are essential to protecting constitutional rights, ensuring fairness, & giving a voice to people who can’t afford an attorney.
Thursday, 2/12/26, 11:00 AM
In person or via Zoom
Come learn about our goals, the vital work we do, & our budget. Public defenders are essential to protecting constitutional rights, ensuring fairness, & giving a voice to people who can’t afford an attorney.
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Public defender offices are chronically underfunded across the country, eroding people's Constitutional right to effective counsel & due process. In this op-ed @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov Chief Atty Matt Gonzalez explains why our office has been forced to declare unavailable on a small # of new cases.
Felony cases have increased 55% in the last few years—and now an SF judge has told an already-stretched-thin public defender's office to take on even more cases, putting clients at risk.
"What would you do?" asks chief attorney Matt Gonzalez #oped
"What would you do?" asks chief attorney Matt Gonzalez #oped
Why the Public Defender's Office can't take all the felony cases City Hall is forcing on us - 48 hills
The mayor's anti-crime agenda has a cost—and the indigent clients of Public Defender Mano Raju shouldn't be paying it
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January 31, 2026 at 2:28 AM
Public defender offices are chronically underfunded across the country, eroding people's Constitutional right to effective counsel & due process. In this op-ed @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov Chief Atty Matt Gonzalez explains why our office has been forced to declare unavailable on a small # of new cases.
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Honored to keynote the CA Coalition for Prosecutorial Integrity summit in SF put on by @itchy-cpi.bsky.social. As public defenders, we see how prosecutorial overcharging perpetuates state violence. We’re inspired by the NY DA accountability commission the Coalition has built.
January 31, 2026 at 2:16 AM
Honored to keynote the CA Coalition for Prosecutorial Integrity summit in SF put on by @itchy-cpi.bsky.social. As public defenders, we see how prosecutorial overcharging perpetuates state violence. We’re inspired by the NY DA accountability commission the Coalition has built.
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To honor and celebrate the legacy of Dr. King, the ‘beautiful community’ came out to show our relentless dedication to justice for all. Thanks so much to the SF Interfaith Council for the inspirational gathering to connect with one another on the work ahead. #MLK
January 20, 2026 at 9:40 PM
To honor and celebrate the legacy of Dr. King, the ‘beautiful community’ came out to show our relentless dedication to justice for all. Thanks so much to the SF Interfaith Council for the inspirational gathering to connect with one another on the work ahead. #MLK
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🚨ICE has spent millions trying to recruit local police and sheriffs.
And right now, nothing in state law prevents local officers from taking “side jobs” as deportation agents.
AB 1537 by @isaacgbryan.bsky.social will CLOSE this loophole.
We’re proud to sponsor this important bill. 🧵
And right now, nothing in state law prevents local officers from taking “side jobs” as deportation agents.
AB 1537 by @isaacgbryan.bsky.social will CLOSE this loophole.
We’re proud to sponsor this important bill. 🧵
January 15, 2026 at 12:16 AM
🚨ICE has spent millions trying to recruit local police and sheriffs.
And right now, nothing in state law prevents local officers from taking “side jobs” as deportation agents.
AB 1537 by @isaacgbryan.bsky.social will CLOSE this loophole.
We’re proud to sponsor this important bill. 🧵
And right now, nothing in state law prevents local officers from taking “side jobs” as deportation agents.
AB 1537 by @isaacgbryan.bsky.social will CLOSE this loophole.
We’re proud to sponsor this important bill. 🧵
First week of January 2026 @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov in the news:
•uplifting benefits of Drug Court expansion @sfchronicle.com
•seeking corrections @abc7.bsky.social & @nbcbayarea.com
• providing updates & condolences re: stabbing of social worker at SF General @kqednews.kqed.org @missionlocal.org
•uplifting benefits of Drug Court expansion @sfchronicle.com
•seeking corrections @abc7.bsky.social & @nbcbayarea.com
• providing updates & condolences re: stabbing of social worker at SF General @kqednews.kqed.org @missionlocal.org
January 11, 2026 at 8:18 PM
First week of January 2026 @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov in the news:
•uplifting benefits of Drug Court expansion @sfchronicle.com
•seeking corrections @abc7.bsky.social & @nbcbayarea.com
• providing updates & condolences re: stabbing of social worker at SF General @kqednews.kqed.org @missionlocal.org
•uplifting benefits of Drug Court expansion @sfchronicle.com
•seeking corrections @abc7.bsky.social & @nbcbayarea.com
• providing updates & condolences re: stabbing of social worker at SF General @kqednews.kqed.org @missionlocal.org
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We mourn Renee Nicole Good, killed by ICE in Minnesota.
This murder is a painful reminder that ICE is a violent and unaccountable agency that has long terrorized immigrant communities and torn families apart.
SF stands firm in Sanctuary and supports ICE-Free Zones and CA AB 1537.
This murder is a painful reminder that ICE is a violent and unaccountable agency that has long terrorized immigrant communities and torn families apart.
SF stands firm in Sanctuary and supports ICE-Free Zones and CA AB 1537.
January 8, 2026 at 9:41 PM
We mourn Renee Nicole Good, killed by ICE in Minnesota.
This murder is a painful reminder that ICE is a violent and unaccountable agency that has long terrorized immigrant communities and torn families apart.
SF stands firm in Sanctuary and supports ICE-Free Zones and CA AB 1537.
This murder is a painful reminder that ICE is a violent and unaccountable agency that has long terrorized immigrant communities and torn families apart.
SF stands firm in Sanctuary and supports ICE-Free Zones and CA AB 1537.
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Our Young Defender program—made possible by SF’s Opportunities for All—offers local high school students paid internships w/ our office to learn about the criminal legal system. In this video, Young Defender Zachariah shares a key takeaway. Big thanks to intern Sai for their work on this video!
December 23, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Our Young Defender program—made possible by SF’s Opportunities for All—offers local high school students paid internships w/ our office to learn about the criminal legal system. In this video, Young Defender Zachariah shares a key takeaway. Big thanks to intern Sai for their work on this video!
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As power outages continue overnight, call 9-1-1 for life-safety emergencies. For City services, call 3-1-1.
PG&E is opening a Resource Center at 251 18th Avenue from 5-10pm today and 8am-10pm on 12/22/25 for residents impacted by continued outages. Snacks, drinks, WiFi and charging are available.
PG&E is opening a Resource Center at 251 18th Avenue from 5-10pm today and 8am-10pm on 12/22/25 for residents impacted by continued outages. Snacks, drinks, WiFi and charging are available.
December 22, 2025 at 2:54 AM
As power outages continue overnight, call 9-1-1 for life-safety emergencies. For City services, call 3-1-1.
PG&E is opening a Resource Center at 251 18th Avenue from 5-10pm today and 8am-10pm on 12/22/25 for residents impacted by continued outages. Snacks, drinks, WiFi and charging are available.
PG&E is opening a Resource Center at 251 18th Avenue from 5-10pm today and 8am-10pm on 12/22/25 for residents impacted by continued outages. Snacks, drinks, WiFi and charging are available.
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Our Young Defender program—made possible by SF’s Opportunities for All—offers local high school students paid internships w/ our office to learn about the criminal legal system. In this video, Young Defender Amir shares a key takeaway. Big thanks to intern Sai for their work on this video!
December 19, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Our Young Defender program—made possible by SF’s Opportunities for All—offers local high school students paid internships w/ our office to learn about the criminal legal system. In this video, Young Defender Amir shares a key takeaway. Big thanks to intern Sai for their work on this video!
Yesterday, we delivered a community demand letter from 30+ orgs to SF leaders following the mass strip search of women in jail.
The demands call for accountability, survivor support, independent investigation, and real oversight.
Read and share our letter.
The demands call for accountability, survivor support, independent investigation, and real oversight.
Read and share our letter.
December 18, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Yesterday, we delivered a community demand letter from 30+ orgs to SF leaders following the mass strip search of women in jail.
The demands call for accountability, survivor support, independent investigation, and real oversight.
Read and share our letter.
The demands call for accountability, survivor support, independent investigation, and real oversight.
Read and share our letter.
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For December, we @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov thank all of our community partners. Our motto “Greater Than One” reflects our commitment to building community health & safety through collaboration. Our partners inspire us & strengthen our impact. We’re grateful to serve San Franciscans alongside them.
December 16, 2025 at 1:37 AM
For December, we @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov thank all of our community partners. Our motto “Greater Than One” reflects our commitment to building community health & safety through collaboration. Our partners inspire us & strengthen our impact. We’re grateful to serve San Franciscans alongside them.
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It was a magical evening w/a packed house at the Roxie Theater for the screening of 3 films from the Adachi Project’s new “DEFENDER–Off the Record” series. We were honored to have our clients who were featured in the films & filmmakers from Even/Odd join a panel w/moderator @bootsriley.bsky.social.
December 10, 2025 at 2:45 AM
It was a magical evening w/a packed house at the Roxie Theater for the screening of 3 films from the Adachi Project’s new “DEFENDER–Off the Record” series. We were honored to have our clients who were featured in the films & filmmakers from Even/Odd join a panel w/moderator @bootsriley.bsky.social.
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As Public Defenders, we understand that the fear of immigration enforcement can keep families from schools, clinics & essential services. City buildings must be places of dignity—not detention.
Proud to support Sups. @bilalmahmood.bsky.social and Chyanne Chen’s ICE-Free Zones Ordinance. #ICEoutofSF
Proud to support Sups. @bilalmahmood.bsky.social and Chyanne Chen’s ICE-Free Zones Ordinance. #ICEoutofSF
December 10, 2025 at 2:32 AM
As Public Defenders, we understand that the fear of immigration enforcement can keep families from schools, clinics & essential services. City buildings must be places of dignity—not detention.
Proud to support Sups. @bilalmahmood.bsky.social and Chyanne Chen’s ICE-Free Zones Ordinance. #ICEoutofSF
Proud to support Sups. @bilalmahmood.bsky.social and Chyanne Chen’s ICE-Free Zones Ordinance. #ICEoutofSF
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The Adachi Project is back with 'DEFENDER—Off the Record' — a new series of short films about @sfpublicdefender clients: Sal, Prezi, and Julia.
Join us for a special screening 12/2 at 6pm; $10 tix available at Roxie.com.
Followed by a panel moderated by Boots Riley w/film subjects & filmmakers.
Join us for a special screening 12/2 at 6pm; $10 tix available at Roxie.com.
Followed by a panel moderated by Boots Riley w/film subjects & filmmakers.
December 2, 2025 at 12:03 AM
The Adachi Project is back with 'DEFENDER—Off the Record' — a new series of short films about @sfpublicdefender clients: Sal, Prezi, and Julia.
Join us for a special screening 12/2 at 6pm; $10 tix available at Roxie.com.
Followed by a panel moderated by Boots Riley w/film subjects & filmmakers.
Join us for a special screening 12/2 at 6pm; $10 tix available at Roxie.com.
Followed by a panel moderated by Boots Riley w/film subjects & filmmakers.
Today on #WorldAIDSDay, we reaffirm: health care, not punishment.
We stand with communities most impacted by HIV and continue fighting for equity, housing, treatment access, and dignity. @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov
We stand with communities most impacted by HIV and continue fighting for equity, housing, treatment access, and dignity. @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov
December 1, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Today on #WorldAIDSDay, we reaffirm: health care, not punishment.
We stand with communities most impacted by HIV and continue fighting for equity, housing, treatment access, and dignity. @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov
We stand with communities most impacted by HIV and continue fighting for equity, housing, treatment access, and dignity. @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov
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Had a blast speaking with members of the Leadership Academy about careers in public defense at Third Street Youth Center & Clinic! I always appreciate the opportunity to talk with young people about the impact they could make in public defense.
November 24, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Had a blast speaking with members of the Leadership Academy about careers in public defense at Third Street Youth Center & Clinic! I always appreciate the opportunity to talk with young people about the impact they could make in public defense.
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Many thanks to the National Association for Public Defense for supporting of our office’s decision to declare unavailable in a limited number of cases. When understaffing and underfunding threaten quality representation, public defenders must decline new cases.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Many thanks to the National Association for Public Defense for supporting of our office’s decision to declare unavailable in a limited number of cases. When understaffing and underfunding threaten quality representation, public defenders must decline new cases.
publicdefenders.us/blogs/napd-s...
publicdefenders.us/blogs/napd-s...
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It was great to convene w/our @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov College Pathway Project partners abt how we can support even more of our clients to access higher ed. Thx SFSU Project Rebound & CCSF New Directions for working w/pub def staff to ensure students who've been system-involved get higher ed opps.
November 18, 2025 at 10:39 PM
It was great to convene w/our @sfpublicdefender.sf.gov College Pathway Project partners abt how we can support even more of our clients to access higher ed. Thx SFSU Project Rebound & CCSF New Directions for working w/pub def staff to ensure students who've been system-involved get higher ed opps.
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✊ Know your rights. At the SF Immigrant Rights Commission, Immigration Unit mngr Jennifer Friedman highlighted our deportation defense work & Assist. Chief Attny Angela Chan gave recommendations to ensure law enforcement doesn’t aid ICE.
🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=mtx-GsWMGdc
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🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=mtx-GsWMGdc
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San Francisco Immigrant Rights Commission Special Hearing on October 27, 2025
YouTube video by SF Office of Civic Engagement & Immigrant Affairs
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November 6, 2025 at 8:58 PM
✊ Know your rights. At the SF Immigrant Rights Commission, Immigration Unit mngr Jennifer Friedman highlighted our deportation defense work & Assist. Chief Attny Angela Chan gave recommendations to ensure law enforcement doesn’t aid ICE.
🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=mtx-GsWMGdc
@sfpublicdefender.sf.gov
🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=mtx-GsWMGdc
@sfpublicdefender.sf.gov
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BREAKING NEWS: The Homecoming Project is expanding to San Francisco! (1/4)
Since 2018, the Homecoming Project has been transforming reentry experiences by placing people leaving prison after long sentences in warm, welcoming host homes in the community.
impactjustice.org/homecoming-project
Since 2018, the Homecoming Project has been transforming reentry experiences by placing people leaving prison after long sentences in warm, welcoming host homes in the community.
impactjustice.org/homecoming-project
Homecoming Project - Impact Justice
impactjustice.org
November 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
BREAKING NEWS: The Homecoming Project is expanding to San Francisco! (1/4)
Since 2018, the Homecoming Project has been transforming reentry experiences by placing people leaving prison after long sentences in warm, welcoming host homes in the community.
impactjustice.org/homecoming-project
Since 2018, the Homecoming Project has been transforming reentry experiences by placing people leaving prison after long sentences in warm, welcoming host homes in the community.
impactjustice.org/homecoming-project
We’re hiring misdemeanor & felony trial attorneys! Join one of the nation’s most respected public defender offices—fighting for justice, community power & our clients' rights. We seek attys committed to racial justice & to leveraging the law to uplift marginalized communities. tinyurl.com/PDRLawyer
October 30, 2025 at 9:52 PM
We’re hiring misdemeanor & felony trial attorneys! Join one of the nation’s most respected public defender offices—fighting for justice, community power & our clients' rights. We seek attys committed to racial justice & to leveraging the law to uplift marginalized communities. tinyurl.com/PDRLawyer
📢San Francisco has long been a sanctuary—a city that celebrates our values of care, dignity and collective safety.
Sign & share this petition to urge Sheriff Paul Miyamoto to honor this commitment & uphold our city’s Sanctuary Ordinance.✍️ bit.ly/upholdsfsanctuary
@iceoutofca.bsky.social #ICEoutofSF
Sign & share this petition to urge Sheriff Paul Miyamoto to honor this commitment & uphold our city’s Sanctuary Ordinance.✍️ bit.ly/upholdsfsanctuary
@iceoutofca.bsky.social #ICEoutofSF
Urge SF Sheriff to Uphold Sanctuary
From preparing for ICE raids to unpacking the surprise announcement from Mayor Lurie, this week has truly been a roller coaster. But one thing is clear: not one cent of our local tax dollars should ev...
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October 24, 2025 at 11:13 PM
📢San Francisco has long been a sanctuary—a city that celebrates our values of care, dignity and collective safety.
Sign & share this petition to urge Sheriff Paul Miyamoto to honor this commitment & uphold our city’s Sanctuary Ordinance.✍️ bit.ly/upholdsfsanctuary
@iceoutofca.bsky.social #ICEoutofSF
Sign & share this petition to urge Sheriff Paul Miyamoto to honor this commitment & uphold our city’s Sanctuary Ordinance.✍️ bit.ly/upholdsfsanctuary
@iceoutofca.bsky.social #ICEoutofSF