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N.J. Stat. Ann. § 9:6-8.23

Law guardian; appointment

Known as the Department of Children and Families Act

The act spans §§ 9:10-1 to 9:7-7 (398 sections).

L.1974,c.119,s.3; amended 1991,c.91,s.199.

3. a. Any minor who is the subject of a child abuse or neglect proceeding under this act must be represented by a law guardian to help protect his interests and to help him express his wishes to the court. However, nothing in this act shall be construed to preclude any other interested person or agency from appearing by counsel.

b. The Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family Part, on its own motion, will make appointments of law guardians.

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