Montana SB151 directs the director of the public defender's office to establish units for family defense and children's representation.

Montana SB151 mandates the director of the public defender's office to create units dedicated to family defense and children's representation. These units will provide legal services to families and children in abuse and neglect cases. The bill outlines specific duties for attorneys in these units, including representing children in court, ensuring their meaningful participation, and advocating for their health and educational needs. The director is also tasked with setting statewide standards for the qualification and training of attorneys in these specialized areas.

Montana SB151 directs the director of the public defender's office to establish units for family defense and children's representation.

Montana SB151 mandates the director of the public defender's office to create units dedicated to family defense and children's representation. These units will provide legal services to families and children in abuse and neglect cases. The bill outlines specific duties for attorneys in these units, including representing children in court, ensuring their meaningful participation, and advocating for their health and educational needs. The director is also tasked with setting statewide standards for the qualification and training of attorneys in these specialized areas.