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ID S1117
Bill
AI Summary
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Removes language requiring the state appellate public defender to be appointed from a list of 2-4 qualified persons recommended by a committee, simplifying the appointment process.
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Eliminates the committee composition requirement that included the Idaho State Bar Association president, Senate and House judiciary committee chairs, a citizen at large, and the Idaho Supreme Court Chief Justice as an ex officio member.
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Maintains the requirement that the appointee be an attorney licensed in Idaho with a minimum of 5 years' practicing experience, with the governor able to prescribe additional qualifications.
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Preserves the 4-year term of service with removal only for good cause and compensation determined by the governor.
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Declares an emergency, making the act effective upon passage and approval.
Legislative Description
Amends existing law relating to the office of State Appellate Public Defender to remove certain language relating to the appointment of the State Appellate Public Defender.
STATE APPELLATE PUBLIC DEFENDER
Last Action
Governor signed Session Law Chapter 67 Effective: 03/15/11
3/15/2011