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MS HB1457
Bill
Status
3/5/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jansen Owen
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the State Defender to represent indigent persons in legal proceedings where a constitutional right to appointed counsel exists.
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Requires the State Defender to promulgate, implement, and enforce standards defining how effective indigent defense services should be provided in all such cases.
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Mandates that standards for indigent defense services be subject to approval by the Mississippi Supreme Court.
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Allows representation to be provided through staff counsel or contract counsel, including legal services organizations and county public defender programs.
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Takes effect July 1, 2024.
Legislative Description
Right to counsel; authorize State Defender to provide where there is a constitutional right.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/5/2024