### Question
What is the definition of eligible system?


### Answer
The definition of **eligible system** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 10802*:

> the system established in a State to protect and advocate the rights of persons with developmental disabilities under part C of the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act [42 U.S.C. 6041 et seq.]

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 10802*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 114-PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR MENTALLY ILL INDIVIDUALS > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY SYSTEMS > Part A-Establishment of Systems**

