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.

February 5, 2026

SB2119

Establishing a right to counsel for parents in specific state initiated cases including termination of parental rights.

January 27, 2026

SB0174

Would repeal right to counsel provisions in quarantine matters under Section 16 41 9 1.5

January 22, 2026

SB67

Would have amended Sec. 32A 4 10(F): attorney for the child is responsible for zealously representing the child and the child's best interests.

January 20, 2026

SB539

Changes automatic appointment of counsel for child in neglect cases to counsel, GAL, and/or both.

January 20, 2026

HB4621

Changes right to counsel provisions in §49 4 601 for children and parents in dependency cases.

January 19, 2026

HB4358

Creates pilot program to apparently test out new delivery model for legal services for children in neglect abuse/cases.

January 14, 2026

WV forfeiture bill dies in Committee

A 2026 bill would have provided representation by the public defender in any related forfeiture proceeding.

January 12, 2026

HB1089

Before the deadline in summons, tenants must respond in writing and provide supporting documentation to OCLA or they cannot receive attorney.

January 12, 2026

HB1905

Related to right to counsel in involuntary medical treatment matters

January 12, 2026

HB1915

Updating statutory language, e.g., that on the Eviction Summons, to inform tenants that they may lose RTC if they fail to respond by deadline

January 12, 2026

SB5740

Before deadline in summons, tenants must respond in writing and provide supporting documentation to OCLA or they cannot receive attorney

January 9, 2026

Study links evictions, gun violence

A new report shows a direct link between rising eviction rates and gun violence.

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