Vermont Statutes Title 33 Sec. 3202
Terms Used In Vermont Statutes Title 33 Sec. 3202
- Justice: when applied to a person, other than a Justice of the Supreme Court, shall mean a justice of the peace for the county for which he or she is elected or appointed. See
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States may apply to the District of Columbia and any territory and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. See
§ 3202. Office of the Child, Youth, and Family Advocate
There is established the Office of the Child, Youth, and Family Advocate for the purpose of advancing the interests and welfare of Vermont’s children and youths. The Office shall advocate for the welfare of children and youths receiving services from the Department directly, or through funds provided by the Department, and those involved in the child protection and juvenile justice systems. The Office shall promote reforms necessary to better serve Vermont’s children, youths, and families in a manner that addresses racial and social equity. The Office shall act independently of any State agency in the performance of its duties. (Added 2021, No. 129 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. July 1, 2022.)