16-87-201. Definitions.

For the purpose of this subchapter:

(1) "Commission" means the Arkansas Public Defender Commission created by this subchapter;

(2) "Executive director" means the person appointed by the commission pursuant to this subchapter; and

(3) "Indigent person" means a person who, at the time his or her need is determined, is without sufficient funds or assets to employ an attorney or afford other necessary expenses incidental thereto.