Mass. R. Crim. P. 8

As amended through February 29, 2024

Rule 8 - Assignment of Counsel

If a defendant charged with a crime for which a sentence of imprisonment or commitment to the custody of the Department of Youth Services may be imposed initially appears in any court without counsel, the judge shall follow the procedures established in G. L. c. 211D and in Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:10.

Mass. R. Crim. P. 8