CRIM PRO-INDIGENT DEFENDANTS
Summary
Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Provides that the posting of bail by a defendant shall not be a factor when considering if he or she qualifies for the appointment of a Public Defender. Defines "indigent". Effective immediately.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2018
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2018
Last action Jan 9, 2019
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Total actions
4
Key actions
0
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2018
Committee
Referred to Assignments
upper
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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