California § 356.5 - A child advocate appointed by the court to represent the interests of a dependent
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 356.5 — A child advocate appointed by the court to represent the interests of a dependent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 356.5. A child advocate appointed by the court to represent the interests of a dependent
A child advocate appointed by the court to represent the interests of a dependent child in a proceeding under this chapter shall have the same duties and responsibilities as a guardian ad litem and shall be trained by and function under the auspices of a court appointed special advocate guardian ad litem program, formed and operating under the guidelines established by the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 356.5
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 356.5 cover?
Section 356.5 ("A child advocate appointed by the court to represent the interests of a dependent") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 356.5?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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