Establishes a statewide legal services program for income-eligible domestic violence survivors in divorce proceedings.
The bill establishes a civil legal services program for income-eligible domestic violence survivors in divorce proceedings. It defines "full legal representation" as ongoing legal representation provided by a designated organization, including all legal advice, advocacy, and assistance. "Brief legal assistance" means individualized legal assistance provided in one or more single consultations.
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