§ 12-26-8-1 Appointment of advocate or guardian; persons authorized to be appointed as advocate; representation and protection of child’s best interests
§ 12-26-8-2 Advocate; officer of juvenile court
§ 12-26-8-3 Representation of advocate by counsel; appointment of counsel
§ 12-26-8-4 Commitment of child; review by advocate; assistance provided by facility warden
§ 12-26-8-5 Advocate reviews; report; recipients of report
§ 12-26-8-6 Advocate; access to reports relevant to child; confidential reports
§ 12-26-8-7 Payment of fees to be made under IC 31-40
§ 12-26-8-8 Obligations of county offices to children under custody or supervision committed to state institutions
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Terms Used In Indiana Code > Title 12 > Article 26 > Chapter 8 - Commitment of a Child

  • Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.