1. (a) Prior to providing services, Court Advocates shall receive the prescribed orientation training, and training in the following:

   1. (1) Protective orders (i.e., the requirements for obtaining an ex parte emergency protective order and permanent protective order and an understanding of what happens after a protective order is issued);
   2. (2) Full faith and credit;
   3. (3) The court process including safety planning during this time; and
   4. (4) At least three (3) hours of accompanied court time with a trained court advocate that includes observation of an ex parte emergency protective order hearing and a final protective order hearing.

2. (b) Compliance with this Section shall be determined by:

   1. (1) Review of program's policies and procedures;
   2. (2) Review of program's training records and other provided documentation of staff or volunteer training; and
   3. (3) Review of personnel records.

Added at 31 Ok Reg 820, eff 9-12-14

Amended at 33 Ok Reg 1226, eff 9-11-16

Amended at 43 Ok Reg, Number 18, effective 6-11-26