47-1-210. Training program -- coordinator. - Montana Statutes

     47-1-210. Training program -- coordinator. (1) There is within the office a position of training coordinator for public defenders.
     (2) The chief public defender shall appoint the training coordinator.
     (3) The training coordinator shall:
     (a) coordinate training to public defenders in current aspects of criminal and civil law involving public defense;
     (b) assist in the development and dissemination of standards, procedures, and policies that will ensure that public defender services are provided consistently throughout the state;
     (c) consolidate information on important aspects of public defense and provide for a collection of official opinions, legal briefs, and other relevant information;
     (d) provide assistance with research or briefs and provide other technical assistance requested by a public defender;
     (e) apply for and assist in the disbursement of federal funds or other grant money to aid the statewide public defender system; and
     (f) perform other duties assigned by the chief public defender.

     History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 449, L. 2005.