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;