Alabama Code (Last Updated: November 28, 2014) |
Title26 INFANTS AND INCOMPETENTS. |
Chapter14. REPORTING OF CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT. |
§26-14-11. Appointment of attorney to represent child.
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In every case involving an abused or neglected child which results in a judicial proceeding, an attorney shall be appointed to represent the child in such proceedings. Such attorney will represent the rights, interests, welfare, and well-being of the child, and serve as guardian ad litem for the child.