Illinois Compiled Statutes 55 ILCS 5/3-4004.1 – Appointment of Public Defender in counties over 1,000,000
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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 55 ILCS 5/3-4004.1
- Advice and consent: Under the Constitution, presidential nominations for executive and judicial posts take effect only when confirmed by the Senate, and international treaties become effective only when the Senate approves them by a two-thirds vote.
- Public defender: Represent defendants who can't afford an attorney in criminal matters.
Whenever a vacancy shall occur in the position of Public Defender in counties over 1,000,000, a properly qualified person shall be appointed to the position by the President with the advice and consent of the Board.