(This article has a contingent effective date - see notes) MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program/definitions.

§ 122C-11. (This article has a contingent effective date - see notes) MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program/definitions. Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, as used in this Article: (1) "MH/DD/SA" means mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse. (2) "State Consumer Advocate" means the individual charged with the duties and functions of the State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program established under this Article. (3) "State Consumer Advocacy Program" means the State MH/DD/SA Consumer Advocacy Program. (4) "Local Consumer Advocate" means an individual employed and certified by the State Consumer Advocate to perform the duties and functions of the MH/DD/SA Local Consumer Advocacy Program in accordance with this Article. (5) "Local Consumer Advocacy Program" means a local MH/DD/SA Local Consumer Advocacy Program. (6) "Consumer" means an individual who is a client or a potential client of public services from a State or area facility.