The chief defender must be an attorney with the following qualifications: (1) Experience in indigent representation services in criminal cases; (2) Commitment to ensuring effective assistance of counsel to all the indigent people of the state; and (3) Demonstrated experience or potential in management, budget, and the state legislative process. The chief defender may not engage in the private practice of law.
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