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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.

March 16, 2026

SB1119

The court must appoint counsel before revoking the provisional right to vote. Same as HB 1053.

March 13, 2026

HB4603

Creates process for parent to seek pre neglect case alternative disposition of guardianship and provides RTC for all parties.

March 11, 2026

HB1553

On petition for a temporary order authorizing the provision of protective services, the person subject to the order has a right to counsel.

March 9, 2026

H3060

Establishes the "Housing First and Housing for All Fund" to be used for a variety of purposes including the right to counsel. [Same as HB 1480]

March 5, 2026

S1115

Provides for discretionary appointment in matters related to alleged non compliance with community based mental health treatment orders

March 5, 2026

HB1801

If a criminal defendant is represented by appointed counsel, the attorney shall also represent them in the related civil forfeiture proceeding

March 5, 2026

S2973

Provides for discretionary appointment in matters related to alleged non compliance with community based mental health treatment orders

March 3, 2026

HB2512

Provides counsel for temporary emergency admissions, as well as petitions to continue to involuntary medical treatment beyond temporary period

March 3, 2026

HB424

Creates process for assisted outpatient treatment for which a right to counsel attaches for indigent or unrepresented respondents

March 3, 2026

HB852

Abolishing fees for representation by public defender

March 2, 2026

SB345

Allowing family member or agent to make request for counsel appointment on behalf of respondent.

February 27, 2026

SB282

Makes clear that the attorney appointed for an adult respondent is client directed and does not serve in a guardian ad litem role

The NCCRC works to advance the right to counsel for low-income people in civil cases involving basic human needs, such as housing, health, domestic violence, civil incarceration, and child custody.

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