Specifications include, but are not limited to: Legal representation of indigent defendants in misdemeanor cases, too include representation in trial court, transfer of cases to District Court pursuant to 40-18-15.1 and appeals for trial a new to District Court and appeals to the North Dakota Supreme Court. Representation will be made at all stages of the proceedings until completed. Contract counsel shall provide necessary representation of each indigent defendant in matters of investigation, trial preparation, preparation and filing of motions, arguments of motions, personal counseling when appropriate, referral to appropriate agencies, trial, post-trial motions, and motions, briefing and argument in the North Dakota Supreme Court and any retrials following an appeal. This includes preparation of all briefs, documents, letters, research, and any and all things regarding as adequate representation of the indigent party. Representation in order to show cause or petition to revoke proceedings is included.
