5077-S AMS OBAN MURR 121

SSB 5077 - S AMD 352

By Senators O'Ban, Braun

ADOPTED 04/02/2015

     On page 11, line 27, after "program.", insert "To achieve efficiencies and to manage within appropriated amounts, beginning January 1, 2016, the office is directed to implement the child legal representation program for children under RCW 13.34.100 using attorneys under contract directly with the office in a manner similar to the parents representation program at the office of public defense.  The office must consult with counties, county courts, and the office of public defense prior as it implements this operational change."

EFFECT:   Directs the Office of Civil Legal Aid to implement the child legal representation program in dependency proceedings using contracted attorneys similar to the parents representation program in dependency proceedings at the Office of Public Defense.

FISCAL IMPACT: GF-S - None

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