Nebraska § 29-3906 - Misdemeanor defendant; indigent; counties with no public defender; court-appointed counsel; compensation.
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§ 29-3906. Misdemeanor defendant; indigent; counties with no public defender; court-appointed counsel; compensation.
In counties not having public defenders, the court may appoint an attorney licensed to practice law in this state to represent any indigent person who is charged with a misdemeanor offense punishable by imprisonment. When such a defendant asserts indigency, the court shall make a reasonable inquiry to determine the defendant's financial condition and may require him or her to execute an affidavit of indigency. Attorneys appointed pursuant to this section shall be compensated in the manner provided by section 29-3905 with application being made to the appointing court.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 29-3906
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 29-3906 cover?
Section 29-3906 ("Misdemeanor defendant; indigent; counties with no public defender; court-appointed counsel; compensation.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 29-3906?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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