AB 1261
Immigration: immigrant youth: access to legal counsel.
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Bill overview
This bill creates a program to provide legal counsel to immigrant youth in California, defined as individuals under 18 without a legal immigration status who arrived in the U.S. without a parent or guardian. The Department of Social Services will allocate funding to qualified nonprofit legal services organizations or public defender offices that meet specific experience and training requirements. The goal is to ensure these young people have access to legal assistance during immigration proceedings, including court appearances and appeals.
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