Bill No.:                     HB0153                                 Drafter:  LGC

LSO No.:                   13LSO-0396                         Effective Date:  Immediate

Enrolled Act No.:    HEA0065

Chapter No.:            CH0170

Prime Sponsor:       Representative Throne

Catch Title:              Representation of children in compact proceedings.

Subject:                     Authorizing public defender and guardian ad litem representation of fugitive juveniles.

Summary/Major Elements:

· This act entitles fugitive juveniles to be represented by a public defender in a proceeding under the Interstate Compact for Juveniles if the juvenile requests the representation.

· This act authorizes the office of public defender to appoint a guardian ad litem in proceedings under the Interstate Compact for Juveniles if the juvenile requests the representation.