In a statement, Dartigue pledged to create “meaningful criminal justice reform” in her role as chief public defender for the state.
“I am honored to lead the Office of the Public Defender in the next chapter of its history," she said in the statement. “Our core staff and attorneys embody the passion, dedication, expertise, and endurance required to provide superior representation for our clients. I am committed to furthering these efforts as we continue to navigate emerging and longstanding challenges and recognize our successes.”Dartigue will oversee a network of county public defender offices across the state.
T. Wray McCurdy, a criminal defense attorney and chair of the board of trustees, said in a statement that Dartigue had demonstrated leadership in the courtroom and community and has a “combination of impressive qualifications, vision and experience.” Dartigue clerked for Judge Roger W. Brown in Baltimore City Circuit Court before joining the Office of the Public Defender in 1996. Throughout her career, she represented people in juvenile, district and circuit court in Baltimore city then went on to serve as a felony trial supervisor and deputy district public defender.
She has won numerous awards for her work and public service and serves on a number of boards and associations.
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