Nev. Rev. Stat. § 62D.210

Current through 82nd (2023) Legislative Session Chapter 535 and 34th (2023) Special Session Chapter 1 and 35th (2023) Special Session Chapter 1
Section 62D.210 - Procedure when proceedings involve placement into foster care; appointment of attorney
1. If a proceeding conducted pursuant to the provisions of this title involves the placement of an Indian child into foster care, the juvenile court shall

require that notice of the proceeding and any other notice required pursuant to this chapter be provided in accordance with section 31 of this act.

2. If the juvenile court determines that the parent of an Indian child for whom foster care is sought is indigent, the juvenile court, as provided in the Indian Child Welfare Act:
(a) Shall appoint an attorney to represent the parent;
(b) May appoint an attorney to represent the Indian child; and
(c) May apply to the Secretary of the Interior for the payment of the fees and expenses of such an attorney.

NRS 62D.210

Added to NRS by 2003, 1058
Amended by 2023, Ch. 389,§62, eff. 1/1/2024.
Added to NRS by 2003, 1058