If the court finds a defendant who is entitled to counsel to be indigent, as defined by statute and these regulations, the court shall appoint counsel to provide legal representation. A court order authorizing legal representation at state expense shall be made on a form approved by the board.

(Authorized by K.S.A. 1983 Supp. 22-4504 and 22-4522; implementing K.S.A. 1983 Supp. 22-4503, 22-4504, 22-4505, 22-4506, and 22-4512a; effective May 1, 1984.)