HB 535 (2023)
Expand legal representation for children in family court
This bill did not become law.
Last updated 2025-01-29 12:56 pm
Summary:
Establishes a child's right to an attorney in a family court case. This bill also requires the court to appoint an attorney for a child when any recommendation from the guardian ad litem conflicts with what the child wants.
The House rewrote the bill. The amended bill requires the court to appoint an attorney for a child when the child is placed in a group home or child care institution.
Status:
Status Detail:
Interim Study
Public Hearing Date:
03/28/2024 09:15 am
Public Hearing Location:
SH Room 100
House Voting Date:
01/03/2024
Senate Voting Date:
05/02/2024
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