Research findings have indicated that there is little difference in outcomes between private attorneys, public defenders, contract counsel, and assigned counsel.

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Multiple studies have shown that, on average, the type of defense counsel (whether public defenders, private attorneys, contract counsel, or assigned counsel) does not significantly affect the outcomes of criminal cases in terms of conviction rates, sentencing severity, or plea bargain quality. The effectiveness often depends more on the specific attorney's experience, resources, and caseload rather than the category of defense counsel.

Research Findings Have Indicated That There Is Little Difference in Outcomes