As used in the Special Education Ombud Act:

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 28-16C-2

  • 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.

A. “council” means the developmental disabilities planning council; B. “office” means the office of the state special education ombud;

C. “parent” includes a legal guardian or custodian who has custody and control of a student or an individual who has legal authority to make educational decisions on behalf of the student;

D. “state ombud” means the state special education ombud; and

E. “student” means a public school student receiving or seeking special education services.