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.
Springfield MO weighing tenant RTC ordinance
An ordinance has been introduced in Springfield MO that would provide a RTC for tenants facing eviction.
LDF reports on forced tenant moves due to rent increases, notes RTC connection to rent regulation
The Legal Defense Fund reported on how rent increases are increasing tenant pressure to move, and how rent regulation is connected to RTC.
MO court: Those subject to guardianship have right to attorney to undo it
A Missouri Court of Appeals found that those subject to guardianship have the right to be represented by counsel when seeking to terminate it.
Report finds tenants experience violence at greater levels than homeowners, urges RTC
National report links evictions to greater violence experienced by tenants, urges RTC as one solution
All about Boulder’s eviction right to counsel
In Nov 2020, voters in Boulder Colorado approved a ballot initiative establishing a right to counsel for tenants facing eviction.
Study finds self-help assistance caused harm for AZ tenants
A study of Arizona housing court found that the provision of certain self-help materials worsened outcomes for certain tenants.
All about Baltimore’s tenant RTC
The City of Baltimore has enacted a bill to provide all low-income tenants facing eviction with counsel .
Dayton launches tenant rep pilot
The City of Dayton OH has provided funding to run a tenant representation pilot project.
Study finds NYC tenant RTC program improves birth outcomes
A study found that NYC's tenant right to counsel program reduces adverse birth outcomes such as preterm both and low birth weight.
Delaware finally enacts right to counsel for parents
A 2024 change in the law provides indigent parents with counsel at all stages of abuse cases, including termination and reinstatement matters.
Report finds counsel infrequently appointed in guardianship cases despite RTC
A report by Disability Rights Maine found 75% of guardianship respondents lacked counsel despite a state right to counsel law.
Latest Fordham Urban Law Journal issue features CRTC
The latest issue of the Fordham Urban Law Journal has several articles about civil right to counsel, including one by the NCCRC Coordinator.
