Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "advocacy" means speaking for, pleading for, supporting, advising, espousing the rights of, or interceding on behalf of individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with a mental illness, or individuals seeking or receiving vocational rehabilitation services before public or private agencies, organizations, institutions, or individuals serving individuals with a developmental disability or individuals with a mental illness or providing vocational rehabilitation services.
[Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 16-13-19-2 part.]
As added by P.L.2-1992, SEC.22. Amended by P.L.99-2007, SEC.132.
Structure Indiana Code
Article 28. Miscellaneous Provisions Concerning Mental Illness and Developmental Disabilities
Chapter 1. Indiana Protection and Advocacy Service Commission
12-28-1-1. Policy; Purpose; Liberal Construction
12-28-1-5. Vocational Rehabilitation Services Defined
12-28-1-6. Establishment of Commission; Membership; Eligibility; Advisory Members
12-28-1-7. Term of Office; Consecutive Terms
12-28-1-9. Per Diem; Travel Expenses
12-28-1-10. Executive Director
12-28-1-11. Purpose of Commission