SB 6447 - DIGEST |
Changes guardian ad litem provisions regarding: (1) The guardian ad litem program and the court-appointed special advocate program; |
(2) Recommendations based on mental and physical health or other special circumstances; |
(3) Fees for services rendered after submission of an itemized accounting of time and billing; |
(4) The rotational registry system; |
(5) Licensed professionals appointed to assist the court in examining potential long-term effects on ability to parent; |
(6) Conflict of interest before accepting appointment; and |
(7) Guardian ad litem or investigator fees. |