Civil Code (Cap. 16)

Civil Code (Cap. 16), article 120A

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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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