New York S08197 amends the family court act to ensure the right to counsel in family court proceedings regarding violations of child support orders.

New York S08197 amends the family court act to ensure the right to counsel in family court proceedings regarding violations of child support orders and to establish paternity or parentage. The bill mandates the appointment of an attorney for minors if independent legal representation is not available. It also ensures that in proceedings to extend or continue the placement of a juvenile delinquent or person in need of supervision, the court cannot permit the respondent to waive the right to be represented by counsel. The act takes effect on the ninetieth day after it becomes law.

New York S08197 amends the family court act to ensure the right to counsel in family court proceedings regarding violations of child support orders.

New York S08197 amends the family court act to ensure the right to counsel in family court proceedings regarding violations of child support orders and to establish paternity or parentage. The bill mandates the appointment of an attorney for minors if independent legal representation is not available. It also ensures that in proceedings to extend or continue the placement of a juvenile delinquent or person in need of supervision, the court cannot permit the respondent to waive the right to be represented by counsel. The act takes effect on the ninetieth day after it becomes law.