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§ 4604. Representation of indigent persons.

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.

29 Del. C. 1953, § 4604;  54 Del. Laws, c. 227, § 1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1;  80 Del. Laws, c. 26, § 1;