Md. Code Regs. 14.06.03.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 14.06.03.04 - Duty to Provide Legal Representation

Pursuant to Article 27A, § 4, Annotated Code of Maryland, the Public Defender is charged with the primary duty to provide legal representation to any indigent eligible for services under the Article, in the following proceedings:

A. In any criminal or juvenile proceeding constitutionally requiring the presence of counsel before presentment before a commissioner or judge;

B. Juvenile proceedings or criminal proceedings when the applicant is charged with a serious crime, before the District Court of Maryland, the various circuit courts within the State, and the Court of Special Appeals;

C. Post-conviction proceedings under Criminal Procedure Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, when the defendant has a right to counsel pursuant to Criminal Procedure Article, § 7-108, Annotated Code of Maryland;

D. Any other proceeding when possible incarceration pursuant to a judicial commitment of individuals in institutions of a public or private nature may result;

E. An involuntary termination of parental rights proceeding or a hearing under Family Law Article, § 5-319, Annotated Code of Maryland, if the party is entitled to public defender representation under Family Law Article, § 5-323, Annotated Code of Maryland.

Md. Code Regs. 14.06.03.04