32A-27-7: Family representation and advocacy commission; member qualifications.

A. A member of the commission shall:

(1) possess significant experience in the representation of children, youth, parents, custodians or guardians in abuse and neglect proceedings;

(2) possess significant experience with the child welfare system as a parent, custodian, guardian or former foster youth; or

(3) demonstrate a commitment to high-quality legal representation or to working with and advocating for the population served by the office.

B. The following persons shall not be appointed to serve on the commission:

(1) current employees of the children, youth and families department;

(2) current employees of the office;

(3) current judges, judicial officials or their employees; and

(4) persons who currently contract with or receive funding from the office or their employees.