Cite as: 10 CNCA § 24

A. When it appears to the Court that the minor or his parent or guardian desires counsel but is indigent and cannot for that reason employ counsel, the Court shall appoint counsel. The Office of the Attorney General shall represent the interest of the child unless there appears to be a conflict. In the event of conflicts the Court shall appoint an attorney for the child.

B. The child and the parents may not be represented by the same attorney.

Historical Data

LA 8–91, eff. May 13, 1991.