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ID H0277
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Idaho Code Section 67-1406 to establish exemptions allowing certain state officials and entities to employ private attorneys outside the Attorney General's office
- Permits the legislative and judicial branches, governor, lieutenant governor, state controller, state treasurer, secretary of state, and superintendent of public instruction to employ independent counsel and appear in any court
- Allows self-governing agencies and colleges and universities to retain private counsel for legal advice and court representation while maintaining the option to use Attorney General services
- Authorizes the Attorney General to contract for legal services when determined necessary or appropriate in the public interest
- Requires separately employed counsel to be compensated from the employing entity's funds unless hired at the Attorney General's request or due to a conflict of representation
Legislative Description
Amends existing law relating to the Attorney General to provide that certain officers may employ attorneys other than those under the supervision of the Attorney General.
ATTORNEY GENERAL
Last Action
Filed in Office of the Chief Clerk
4/6/2011
Committee Referrals
State Affairs3/16/2011
Full Bill Text
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