La. Admin. Code tit. 22 § XV-705
Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024
Section XV-705 - Training and Experience of Defense CounselA. In order to provide quality legal representation, counsel must be familiar with the substantive criminal law and the law of criminal procedure and its application in the state of Louisiana. Counsel has a continuing obligation to stay abreast of changes and developments in the law.B. Prior to agreeing to undertake representation in a criminal matter, counsel should have sufficient experience or training to provide effective representation.C. Attorneys who are being considered for appointment to represent individuals who are charged with capital offenses in which the state is seeking death must meet the special criteria as adopted by the Supreme Court of Louisiana.La. Admin. Code tit. 22, § XV-705
Promulgated by the Office of the Governor, Public Defender Board, LR 35:664 (April 2009).AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 15:142, 147 and 148.