Indiana Code 31-26-1-3. Certification requirements
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Sec. 3. Any organization may apply to the department for certification as a youth service bureau. The department shall establish criteria for the certification of an organization as a youth service bureau, which must include the following requirements:
(2) The organization must develop and operate direct and indirect service programs designed to do the following:
(1) The organization must be registered with the secretary of state as a nonprofit corporation or must be an agency of a local governmental unit.
Terms Used In Indiana Code 31-26-1-3
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
- youth service bureau: means an organization that is certified as a youth service bureau by the department under section 3 of this chapter. See Indiana Code 31-26-1-2
(A) Support, represent, and protect the rights of young people.
(B) Prevent adolescent misbehavior and divert young people from the justice system.
(C) Maintain a referral system with other service agencies that might benefit young people.
(D) Inform and educate citizens about the functions and services available through the organization and serve as a link between the needs of youth and the community.
As added by P.L.145-2006, SEC.272.