§ 33-40-4-1 “Council” defined
§ 33-40-4-2 Establishment
§ 33-40-4-3 Board of directors; members
§ 33-40-4-4 Executive director; staff
§ 33-40-4-5 Duties

Terms Used In Indiana Code > Title 33 > Article 40 > Chapter 4 - Public Defender Council

  • council: refers to the public defender council of Indiana established by section 2 of this chapter. See Indiana Code 33-40-4-1
  • Public defender: Represent defendants who can't afford an attorney in criminal matters.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.