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NY A03866
Bill
Status
6/9/2015
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 counsel during interviews conducted by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs
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Allows individuals to be represented by the Mental Hygiene Legal Service or privately financed counsel at all stages of proceedings
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Requires notice be given to a person's parent, person in parental relation, or legal guardian prior to any interview, if such person exists
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Amends subdivision 25 of section 553 of the executive law
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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
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
6/1/2016