Senate Sponsors: CULLERTON. Short description: CRIM PRO-PUBLIC DEFENDER Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Provides that the Public Defender may represent a defendant who appears to be financially unable to obtain counsel prior to a court appearance and shall continue representation until it is determined that the person is financially able to obtain counsel. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status