Civil Code (Cap. 16)
Civil Code (Cap. 16), article 120A
120A. Without prejudice to the functions of the Children’s
Advocate under any other law, t he Children’s Advocate shall:
(a) hear the wishes and views of the minor;
(b) submit the wishes and views of the minor to the
Court as relayed to him by the minor himself, or by other
professionals working with the minor;
(c) give advice and explanation to the minor on the
ongoing proceedings and the effects that such proceedings may
have;
(d) in cases of open adoption, hear the wishes and
views of the minor regarding the agreement of open adoption
and submit such wishes and views, either orally or in writing
during proceedings in accordance with article 114A.
Rights and duties.
Amended by:
XLVI.1973.20;
XXI.1993.48;
IV .2008.36.
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