North Carolina General Statutes
Article 1A - MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program.
§ 122C-12 - (This article has a contingent effective date - see note) State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program.

122C-12. (This article has a contingent effective date - see note) State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program.
The Secretary shall establish a State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program office in the Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The Secretary shall appoint a State Consumer Advocate. In selecting the State Consumer Advocate, the Secretary shall consider candidates recommended by citizens' organizations representing the interest of individuals with needs for mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse services. The State Consumer Advocate may hire individuals to assist in executing the State Consumer Advocacy Program and to act on the State Consumer Advocate's behalf. The State Consumer Advocate shall have expertise and experience in MH/DD/SA, including expertise and experience in advocacy. The Attorney General shall provide legal staff and advice to the State Consumer Advocate. (2001-437, s. 2; 2002-126, s. 10.30; 2003-284, s. 10.10; 2005-276, s. 10.27.)

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North Carolina General Statutes

Chapter 122C - Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Act of 1985

Article 1A - MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program.

§ 122C-10 - (This article has a contingent effective date - see note) MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program.

§ 122C-11 - (This article has a contingent effective date - see notes) MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program/definitions.

§ 122C-12 - (This article has a contingent effective date - see note) State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program.

§ 122C-13 - (This article has a contingent effective date - see note) State Consumer Advocate duties.

§ 122C-14 - (This article has a contingent effective date - see note) Local Consumer Advocate; duties.

§ 122C-15 - (This Article has a contingent effective date - see note) State/Local Consumer Advocate; authority to enter; communication with residents, clients, patients; review of records.