Civil RTC News
This page lists all of the most recent developments on civil right to counsel across the country. These could be newly created rights to counsel, significant publications, public events, advocacy efforts, or other things that don’t fit into a neat category.
All about Connecticut’s eviction right to counsel
In May 2021, Connecticut became the third state to enact a statewide right to counsel for indigent tenants facing eviction.
WA considers pre-petition RTC for parents in abuse cases
The bill would have provided a child's parent with the right to consult with counsel before signing a 'voluntary' placement agreement.
Bill would have provided right to counsel for guardianship termination and modification
The state Senate bill would have removed any ambiguity about whether a protected person is entitled to counsel in these matters.
Multiple eviction RTC bills introduced
The NY legislature introduced several bills related to the tenant right to counsel in eviction matters during the 2023-24 session.
All about Detroit’s tenant right to counsel
In May 2022, Detroit became the latest city to enact a right to counsel for tenants facing eviction.
