Right to counsel
Utah
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Legislation
, Abuse/Neglect/Dependency - Accused Parents
Utah Code § 80-3-104(2)(b) specifies that
If a parent or guardian is the subject of an abuse, neglect, or dependency petition, the juvenile court shall:
(i) appoint an indigent defense service provider for a parent or guardian determined to be an indigent individual in accordance with Title 78B, Chapter 22, Part 2, Appointment of Counsel; and
(ii) order indigent defense services for the parent or legal guardian who is determined to be an indigent individual in accordance with Title 78B, Chapter 22, Part 2, Appointment of Counsel.
Appointment of Counsel: Yes
Qualified: No
