Renewed War on Drugs, harsher charging policies, stepped-up criminalization of immigrants — in the current climate, joining the NACDL is more important than ever. Members of NACDL help to support the only national organization working at all levels of government to ensure that the voice of the defense bar is heard.
Take a stand for a fair, rational, and humane criminal legal system
Contact members of congress, sign petitions, and more
Help us continue our fight by donating to NFCJ
Help shape the future of the association
Join the dedicated and passionate team at NACDL
Increase brand exposure while building trust and credibility
NACDL is committed to enhancing the capacity of the criminal defense bar to safeguard fundamental constitutional rights.
NACDL harnesses the unique perspectives of NACDL members to advocate for policy and practice improvements in the criminal legal system.
NACDL envisions a society where all individuals receive fair, rational, and humane treatment within the criminal legal system.
NACDL’s mission is to serve as a leader, alongside diverse coalitions, in identifying and reforming flaws and inequities in the criminal legal system, and redressing systemic racism, and ensuring that its members and others in the criminal defense bar are fully equipped to serve all accused persons at the highest level.
Showing 1 - 15 of 223 results
The Board of Directors adopted a resolution to recognize and remember Neal R. Sonnett.
The Board of Directors established several membership categories pursuant to bylaws.
The Board of Directors adopted a resolution to recognize and remember Ralph Timothy "Tim" Evans.
The Board of Directors adopted a resolution to recognize and remember Aric M. Cramer.
The Board of Directors adopted a resolution to adopt new special election procedures.
The Board of Directors adopted a resolution to establish guidelines for using NACDLConnect.
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers adopted Ethics Opinion 12-02
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.
The Board of Directors established several membership categories pursuant to recent bylaws amendments.
The Board of Directors adopted a Resolution Opposing Marsy's Law.
The Board of Directors adopted a Resolution on Facial Recognition Technology.
The Bord of Directors adopted a procedure to hold a special election to fill a vacancy on the Board of Directors.
NACDL adopts a report and recommendations on law enforcement searches of digital evidence.
NACDL endorses model legislation to promote nationwide discovery reform and improve the fairness of criminal justice systems.
