Utah Statutes
§ 26B-6-815 — Guardian ad litem -- Procedural rights.
Utah·Title 26B Utah Health and Human Services Code·Ch. 26B-6 Long Term Services and Supports, Aging, and Disabilities·Part 26B-6-8 Rights and Privileges of Minors and Individuals with a Disability
(1)The court shall appoint an attorney to act as guardian ad litem to defend the rights and interests of the person to be sterilized.
(2)The person to be sterilized is entitled to appear and testify at the hearing, to examine and cross examine witnesses, and to compel the attendance of witnesses.
(3)(3)(a) The person who is the subject of a sterilization proceeding may, on motion to the court and for good cause shown, waive the right to be present at the hearing.
(3)(b) If the court grants that motion, the person shall be represented by a guardian ad litem at the hearing.
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Legislative History
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 308, 2023 General Session
Nearby Sections
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§ 26B-1-102
Definitions.§ 26B-1-104
Severability of code provisions.§ 26B-1-105
Individual rights protected.§ 26B-1-202
Department authority and duties.§ 26B-1-209
Fee schedule adopted by department.§ 26B-1-210
Department budget -- Reports from divisions.