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New York Codes Rules Regulations (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
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TITLE 9. Executive Department |
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Subtitle AA. State Commission of Correction |
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Chapter IV. Minimum Standards and Regulations for Management of Secure Facilities Operated by the Office of Children and Family Service |
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Part 7405. Discipline |
Sec. 7405.5. Assistance to residents
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- (a) If a resident is non-English speaking, illiterate, and for any other reason unable to prepare a defense, assistance shall be provided to the resident.(b) Such assistance shall be provided to the resident by a person selected from a list approved by the facility director or designee, and shall commence at least 24 hours prior to the hearing.(c) Consistent with the requirements of this Part, such assistance shall include, but not be limited to:(1) interviewing witnesses; and(2) obtaining evidence and written statements.