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NY A03135
Bill
Status
5/22/2018
Primary Sponsor
Aileen Gunther
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AI Summary
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Grants the right to legal representation by the Mental Hygiene Legal Service or privately financed counsel to service recipients of the office of mental health or office for people with developmental disabilities who are interviewed during investigations by the justice center for the protection of people with special needs.
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Ensures legal representation is available at all stages of proceedings for eligible service recipients.
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Requires notice to be given to the parent, person in parental relation, or legal guardian prior to any interview of a service recipient, if such a person exists.
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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
5/22/2018