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AR HB1948
Bill
Status
Introduced
4/20/2021
Primary Sponsor
Justin Boyd
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Code § 16-87-202 to modify the composition and membership requirements of the Arkansas Public Defender Commission
- Requires at least one (1) member to be appointed from each congressional district, replacing the previous limit of no more than two (2) members from the same county
- Removes the requirement that at least one (1) member be a county judge, while retaining the requirement that at least one (1) member be a trial judge who hears criminal cases
- Maintains the seven (7) member commission structure appointed by the Governor for five-year terms, with at least four (4) members being licensed attorneys experienced in criminal defense
- Preserves existing provisions that commission members serve without compensation but may receive expense reimbursement, and must meet at least quarterly
Legislative Description
Concerning The Arkansas Public Defender Commission.
Last Action
Recommended for study in the Interim by Joint Interim Committee on JUDICIARY COMMITTEE- HOUSE
4/22/2021
Committee Referrals
Judiciary4/20/2021
Full Bill Text
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