2023 Board of Directors Resolutions

Resolutions adopted by NACDL's Board of Directors or Membership are posted online. Resolutions adopted prior to the year 2000 are posted as they are available. For more information on resolutions adopted prior to 2000, please contact NACDL.

Resolution Opposing Marsy’s Law

The Board of Directors adopted a Resolution Opposing Marsy's Law.

Establishing Membership Categories

The Board of Directors established several membership categories pursuant to bylaws.

Resolution on Facial Recognition Technology

The Board of Directors adopted a Resolution on Facial Recognition Technology. 

Resolution Adopting Special Election Procedure

The Bord of Directors adopted a procedure to hold a special election to fill a vacancy on the Board of Directors. 

 

Resolution Adopting Special Election Procedures

The Board of Directors adopted a procedure to hold a special election to fill vacancies on the Board of Directors.

Resolution in Support of Legislative Efforts to Reform Federal Restitution

The NACDL Board supports legislative efforts to reform existing federal restitution law to ensure fairness and accuracy; prevent restitution obligations from being overly burdensome; and to make it easier for restitution orders to be satisfied.

Resolution on the Urgent Need for Law Enforcement Transparency and Accountability

NACDL’s Board of Directors adopted a resolution calling for transparency and accountability of law enforcement. 

Recognizing and Remembering James M. Shellow

NACDL Board of Directors resolved to honor James M. Shellow.

Recognizing and Remembering Deryl Dantzler

NACDL's Board of Directors resolved to honor Deryl Dantzler.

The Woodfox Resolution Against Solitary Confinement

Resolution of the Board of Directors against torture and solitary confinement

Resolution Amending NACDL’s Code of Conduct

NACDL Board of Directors Resolution Amending NACDL’s Code of Conduct

Resolution in Support of the 14 Principles in the ABA CJS Plea Bargain Task Force Report

NACDL Board of Directors Resolution in Support of the 14 Principles in the ABA CJS Plea Bargain Task Force Report

Resolution of the Authorizing Public Defense Litigation and Reform Funding

Resolution of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Authorizing Public Defense Litigation and Reform Funding

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