N.Y. Executive Law § 523-k: Notification to the office of the ombudsman of youth's need for legal counsel

§ 523-k. Notification to the office of the ombudsman of youth's need

for legal counsel. 1. If informed that a youth residing in a facility

operated by the office has been or is about to be arrested by a law

enforcement official, the office of the ombudsman shall take steps to

see that the youth is provided with adequate legal representation.

2. When a youth residing in a facility operated by the office is to be

interrogated or interviewed by a law enforcement official concerning a

criminal act, or by any person concerning a civil or criminal matter, an

ombudsman may request to be present during such interrogation or

interview. Under no circumstances shall an ombudsman serve as the

youth's attorney or legal representative, and an ombudsman shall so

inform the youth and the representatives of the youth, but if requested

to do so, shall take steps to see that the youth is provided with legal

representation.

3. Whenever it appears to the office of the ombudsman that a youth

residing in a facility operated by the office is in need of legal

services, the office of the ombudsman may contact the youth's attorney

or legal representative or assist the youth in making such contact.