The duties of the public defender shall include the investigation of charges against the defendant and all facts surrounding the same, and shall include courtroom and appellate appearances on behalf of the defendant in all cases originating in state and county courts. The public defender shall have free access to the accused who shall have process to compel the attendance of witnesses in his favor.
Structure Mississippi Code
Title 25 - Public Officers and Employees; Public Records
§ 25-32-1. Establishment of office by board of supervisors
§ 25-32-5. Compensation; private practice of law
§ 25-32-11. Duties; free access to accused
§ 25-32-15. Termination of office
§ 25-32-19. Obtaining financial, professional, investigatory, research, or other assistance