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                          RULE 6.2
               RIGHT TO CONSULT WITH A LAWYER

    (a) Advice of Right to Representation by Lawyer. A juvenile found
eligible for diversion shall, prior to the initial interview with the
diversion unit, be advised of his or her right to consult with a lawyer
concerning the juvenile's decision to enter into a diversion agreement or
to appear in juvenile court.
    (b) Appointment of Lawyer. The court shall appoint a lawyer for any
juvenile who is financially unable to obtain a lawyer for the consultation
if the juvenile does not waive that right pursuant to rule 6.3.
    (c) Retained Lawyer During Diversion Process. A juvenile may be
represented by a retained lawyer during the diversion process in accordance
with RCW 13.40.080(6).
	

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