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DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES 10000-18999.81›PART 4. SERVICES FOR THE CARE OF CHILDREN 16000-16545›CHAPTER 2.5. Foster Child Ombudsman Program 16160-16167

§ 16162

California Welfare and Institutions Code · 2020-11 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

The director, in consultation with a committee of interested individuals, shall appoint an ombudsperson qualified by training and experience to perform the duties of the office for a term of four years. The director may reappoint the ombudsperson for consecutive terms. The director shall select the committee members, the majority of whom shall be representatives of children’s advocacy organizations and current or former foster youth.

(Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1160, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)

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