31-16-2: Definitions.

As used in the Indigent Defense Act:

A. "detain" means to have in custody or otherwise deprive of freedom of action;

B. "expenses", when used with reference to representation, includes the expenses of investigation, other preparation and trial;

C. "needy person" means a person who, at the time his need is determined by the court, is unable, without undue hardship, to provide for all or a part of the expenses of legal representation from available present income and assets; and

D. "serious crime" includes a felony and any misdemeanor or offense which carries a possible penalty of confinement for more than six months.