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According to the act that amended the Provisional Constitution to establish the Public Advocate, it was created with the following primary responsibilities: | According to the act that amended the Provisional Constitution to establish the Public Advocate, it was created with the following primary responsibilities: | ||
* | * '''Defense of the Accused:''' Representing and defending individuals accused of crimes or wrongdoing within Cascadia. | ||
* | * '''Provision of Counsel:''' Offering advice and support to individuals or groups facing legal or other challenges. | ||
Article V, Section 5.A of the National Constitution states "There shall be a Public Advocate of Cascadia, to be a defender of the accused, a general ombudsman for the people of Cascadia, or to provide defense and counsel to those on the defensive end of an issue before the court." | Article V, Section 5.A of the National Constitution states "There shall be a Public Advocate of Cascadia, to be a defender of the accused, a general ombudsman for the people of Cascadia, or to provide defense and counsel to those on the defensive end of an issue before the court." | ||