SB 1234
juvenile court proceedings; appointment; attorney
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This bill amends Arizona law to ensure that all children involved in juvenile court proceedings, including delinquency, dependency, and termination of parental rights cases, have access to legal representation. It mandates the appointment of an attorney for the child before the first hearing and outlines procedures for determining the child’s needs and wishes, particularly when the child has diminished capacity. The bill also addresses the appointment of guardians ad litem when necessary to protect the child’s best interests and clarifies the roles of attorneys and guardians in these proceedings.
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