South Dakota Codified Laws 7-16A-3. Provisions by establishing board for office
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If a board of county commissioners elects to establish an office of public defender it shall:
(1) Prescribe the qualifications of the public defender, the term of office and the rate of annual compensation; and
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 7-16A-3
- Public defender: Represent defendants who can't afford an attorney in criminal matters.
(2) Provide for the establishment, maintenance, and support of the office.
Source: SL 1978, ch 152, § 1.