53-21-117. Right to representation by own attorney. The respondent or the friend of respondent appointed by the court may secure an attorney of the person's own choice and at the person's own expense to represent the respondent.

     History: En. 38-1309 by Sec. 9, Ch. 466, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 546, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 38-1309(part); amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 547, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1913, Ch. 56, L. 2009.