California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ) is dedicated to defending the constitutional rights of all individuals, ensuring right to counsel, due process, and equal protection under the law. We empower our members through community, education, publications, and mutual support, while safeguarding the independence and integrity of the criminal defense profession.

Since 1973, Justice has been part of our name because justice is our goal. From our initial membership of 60 lawyers, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice has grown to over 2,000 members and remains the country’s largest statewide organization of criminal defense lawyers and allied professionals.

When defense team members and their clients need a strong advocate for justice in the legislature, the courts, and the media, CACJ is there.

CACJ’s membership includes both attorneys and associated professionals throughout California and in other states. Through its membership, CACJ continues to be a leading statewide association of its kind in the country.

Membership is vital to support a number of CACJ’s programs and initiatives throughout the year. Membership support is especially important for CACJ’s legislative and amicus efforts.