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NY A10064
Bill
Status
6/10/2014
Primary Sponsor
James Brennan
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AI Summary
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Grants persons receiving services through the Office of Mental Health or Office for People with Developmental Disabilities the right to be represented by the Mental Hygiene Legal Service or privately financed counsel during all stages of investigations conducted by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs
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Requires notice to be given to the parent, person in parental relation, or legal guardian prior to any interview of such persons, if any such person exists
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Amends subdivision 25 of section 553 of the executive law by adding two new paragraphs (c) and (d)
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to the right to counsel for persons who receive services through the office of mental health or the office for people with developmental disabilities for certain investigations.
Last Action
reported referred to rules
6/19/2014