Indiana Code 12-28-1-2. Advocacy defined
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Terms Used In Indiana Code 12-28-1-2
- services: refers to Indiana protection and advocacy services. See Indiana Code 12-28-1-4
- vocational rehabilitation services: refers to services available under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Indiana Code 12-28-1-5
Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, “advocacy” means speaking for, pleading for, supporting, advising, espousing the rights of, or interceding on behalf of individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with a mental illness, or individuals seeking or receiving vocational rehabilitation services before public or private agencies, organizations, institutions, or individuals serving individuals with a developmental disability or individuals with a mental illness or providing vocational rehabilitation services.
[Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 16-13-19-2 part.]
As added by P.L.2-1992, SEC.22. Amended by P.L.99-2007, SEC.132.