In each county where the office of counselor in mental health has been created under the provisions of this chapter, the judge of the superior court may appoint two such counselors. In Los Angeles County, the number, compensation, and benefits of counselors in mental health are governed by the Trial Court Employment Protection and Governance Act (Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 71600) of Title 8 of the Government Code).

(Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 784, Sec. 620. Effective January 1, 2003.)

Terms Used In California Welfare and Institutions Code 6776

  • County: includes "city and county. See California Welfare and Institutions Code 14
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.