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Log in Home Join GACDL Programs and ServicesDistrict Map News Pre-2024 Bylaws Committees Current GACDL Officers Current Vice Presidents Education Foundation GACDL Staff History Charter Members Al Horn (NCDC) Scholarship Fund Archived GACDL News Founder Judge William W. "Bill" Daniel Historical Documents History Photo Gallery Lost, But Not Forgotten Personal Stories Links & Resources Past Presidents CLE/ Events Exhibiting/Sponsorship On-Demand CLE Seminars Lawyer Search Listserv FAQs Help Contact Remember me Forgot password 215 CHURCH STREET, STE 111 DECATUR, GA 30030 404-248-1777 Search Log in Home Join GACDL Programs and ServicesDistrict Map News Pre-2024 Bylaws Committees Current GACDL Officers Current Vice Presidents Education Foundation GACDL Staff History Charter Members Al Horn (NCDC) Scholarship Fund Archived GACDL News Founder Judge William W. "Bill" Daniel Historical Documents History Photo Gallery Lost, But Not Forgotten Personal Stories Links & Resources Past Presidents CLE/ Events Exhibiting/Sponsorship On-Demand CLE Seminars Lawyer Search Listserv FAQs Help Contact WELCOME TO GACDL! Since 1974, the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers has been the most important organization for lawyers involved in the defense of the accused in Georgia. The largest memberfunded, statewide criminal defense organization in the country, GACDL is comprised of criminal defense lawyers, law school students, and fulltime criminal investigators who stand together in their commitment to safeguard the constitutional guarantees of fairness in the criminal legal system. GACDL makes its voice for fair and effective criminal justice heard in the courts, the legislature, and the community. QUICK LINKS Listserv Strike Force CLE/Events OnDemand CLE Catalog Merchandise JOIN GACDL FIND A LAWYER DONATE TO GCDLEF Upcoming events GACDL’s 50th Anniversary Gala 14 Sep 2024 7:00 PM TBD GACDL 2024 Debra Blum Seminar 11 Oct 2024 The Carter Center GACDL 2024 Fall Seminar 08 Nov 2024 Brasstown Valley Resort- Young Harris, GA GACDL 2025 Fall Seminar 07 Nov 2025 Brasstown Valley Resort- Young Harris, GA Purpose of GACDL To provide an appropriate state organization representing those lawyers who are actively engaged in the defense of criminal cases; To resist proposed legislation or rules which would curtail such rights and to promote sound alternatives; To promote educational activities to improve the skills and knowledge of lawyers engaged in the defense of criminal cases; To improve the judicial system and to urge the selection and appointment to the bench of well-qualified and experienced lawyers; To improve the correctional system and to seek more effective rehabilitation opportunities for those convicted of crimes; To promote constant improvement in the administration of criminal justice. Mission Statement of GACDL "To promote fairness and justice through membership education, services and support, public outreach, and a commitment to quality representation for all.” Values Statement of GACDL GACDL opposes racism and discrimination in all its forms. Our members strive to defend people in a way that preserves individual liberties and opposes unfair government oppression. GACDL is a diverse community of defenders. There is no pledge or oath of beliefs, other than the common goal to advance our noble profession. A member’s individual opinions should not jeopardize their membership. PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Ashleigh Merchant President LISTSERVER We love our volunteers! Check out the list of GACDL Committees, call a chairperson, and volunteer. It’s a great way to meet other members, and to grow into GACDL leadership. LEARN MORE EDUCATION FOUNDATION The Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers Education Foundation "GCDLEF" (The Foundation) was formed in 2008 for the purpose of supporting three GACDL-sponsored educational programs, the Al Horn Scholarship, the Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy Program, and the Debra Blum Program. DONATE TO GCDLEF ADVOCACY GACDL lobbyist Mazie Lynn Causey and our dedicated Legislative Committee work tirelessly on the issues affecti ng you and your clients. Help support their crucial efforts! LEARN MORE INVOLVEMENT We love our volunteers! Check out the list of GACDL Committees, call a chairperson, and volunteer. It’s a great way to meet other members, and to grow into GACDL leadership. LEARN MORE georgia association of criminal defense lawyers 215 Church Street, Suite 111, Decatur, GA 30030 (404) 248-1777 FOLLOW US STRIKE FORCE Home Join GACDLCLE/ Events Lawyer Search Listserv FAQs Help Contact Copyright 2023. All Rights Reserved by GACDL Powered by Wild Apricot Membership...