A trend in the representation of poor people accused of a felony or misdemeanor case that may result in incarceration is
A) more poor people are representing themselves.
B) more private attorneys are representing the poor.
C) more counties are establishing public defender's offices to represent the poor.
D) the Texas Indigent Defense Commission has taken over the responsibility for providing attorneys for poor people.

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There has been an increase in the establishment of public defender's offices in various counties to represent poor people accused of a felony or misdemeanor case that may result in incarceration. This is due to the recognition of the need for adequate representation for those who may not be able to afford private attorneys.

A Trend in the Representation of Poor People Accused of a Felony