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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
When representing an indigent person, the Office of Defense Services shall:
(1) Counsel and defend the indigent person, whether held in custody without commitment or charged with a criminal offense, at every stage of the proceedings following arrest; and
(2) Prosecute any appeals or other remedies before or after conviction that the Chief Defender considers to be in the interest of justice.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Delaware Code Title 29. State Government § 4604. Representation of indigent persons - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/de/title-29-state-government/de-code-sect-29-4604/
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