TCA 40-14-201
Part definitions
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
This section defines terms used in the legal aid section: an "indigent person" is someone who cannot afford to pay a lawyer, and a "public defender" is a government-paid lawyer who represents poor defendants accused of crimes.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) “Indigent person” means any person who does not possess sufficient means to pay reasonable compensation for the services of a competent attorney; and Ask a legal question, get an answer ASAP!(2) “Public defender” means any attorney appointed or elected under any act of the general assembly or any provision of a metropolitan charter to represent indigent persons accused of crime.
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TCA Section40-14-201