N.C. Gen. Stat. § 122C-12

Current through Session Law 2024-53

Section 122C-12 - State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program

The Secretary shall establish a State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program office in the Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The Secretary shall appoint a State Consumer Advocate. In selecting the State Consumer Advocate, the Secretary shall consider candidates recommended by citizens' organizations representing the interest of individuals with needs for mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse services. The State Consumer Advocate may hire individuals to assist in executing the State Consumer Advocacy Program and to act on the State Consumer Advocate's behalf. The State Consumer Advocate shall have expertise and experience in MH/DD/SA, including expertise and experience in advocacy. The Attorney General shall provide legal staff and advice to the State Consumer Advocate.

N.C. Gen. Stat. § 122C-12

Amended by 2005 N.C. Sess. Laws 276, s. 10.27, eff. 7/1/2005.

Amended by 2003 N.C. Sess. Laws 0284, s. 10.10, eff. 7/1/2003.

Amended by 2002-126, s. 10.3, eff. 7/1/2002.

Added by 2001-437, s. 2, eff. July 1 of the fiscal year for which funds are appropriated by the General Assembly for that purpose, as amended by 2005 N.C. Sess. Laws 276, s. 10.27, eff. 7/1/2005.