Nebraska · Nebraska Revised Statutes — Chapter 29, Criminal Procedure
Neb. Rev. Stat. (Crim. Proc.) § 29-2318: Appeal of ruling or decision; finding regarding indigency; effect on appointment of counsel for defendant; fees and expenses
What this law says, in plain English
This statute governs appointment of counsel for indigent defendants on appeal. Courts must first ask the public defender to take the case; if declined, the court appoints another attorney whose fees are paid by the county.
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