601 Adequate Legal Counsel

The State agency of the Department of Human Services shall assure the provision of adequate legal counsel, without conflict of interest, including:

  1. Advice and consultation services needed to protect the health, safety, welfare, and rights of residents, and assistance to the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman (OSLTCO), the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman (SLTCO) and Ombudsman Representatives in the performance of their official duties.

  2. Representation in an actual or threatened legal action against any Ombudsman Representatives brought in connection with the performance of their official duties.