Nevada Revised Statutes 178.3971 – Appointment of defense team for defendant accused of murder of first degree
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If a magistrate or district court appoints an attorney, other than a public defender, to represent a defendant accused of murder of the first degree in a case in which the death penalty is sought, the magistrate or court must appoint a team to defend the accused person that includes:
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 178.3971
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- person: means a natural person, any form of business or social organization and any other nongovernmental legal entity including, but not limited to, a corporation, partnership, association, trust or unincorporated organization. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.039
- Public defender: Represent defendants who can't afford an attorney in criminal matters.
1. Two attorneys; and
2. Any other person as deemed necessary by the court, upon motion of an attorney representing the defendant.