Mr. Bowman,
The definition of “developmental disability” as defined on
the Regional Center of Orange County’s web site is in conflict with
the definition found in Title 17 §54000(a) and the Lanterman Act
§4512(a). Both sections are enclosed with links.
The definition found at the RCOC site makes the disjunctive
condition set under WIC section 4512(a) and Title 17 §5400(a) conjunctive, and
is therefore inconsistent with both the Lanterman Act and Title 17.
Who is Eligible for Services? (RCOC)
Children and adults are eligible
who are substantially handicapped due to conditions falling within the legal
definitions of "developmental disability." These conditions are mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and
autism. Or the person may have a condition closely related to mental
retardation which requires similar treatment.
The last sentence is in conflict with both Title 17 and the
Lanterman Act. To not be in conflict the last sentence should read:
These conditions are mental retardation,
cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism. Or the person may have a condition
closely related to mental retardation which or requires
similar treatment to that required for individuals with mental
retardation.
Title 17 §54000.
Developmental Disability
(a) “Developmental Disability” means a disability that is
attributable to mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or
disabling conditions found to be closely related to mental retardation or to
require treatment similar to that required for individuals with mental
retardation.
(a) "Developmental disability" […] shall include
mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism. This term shall also
include disabling conditions found to be closely related to mental retardation
or to require treatment similar to that required for individuals with mental
retardation, but shall not include other handicapping conditions that are
solely physical in nature.