§ 49-5-90. Definitions
As used in this article, the term: “Child in care” means any person under the age of 17 years who has been admitted to, is cared for, or resides in a facility. “Commissioner” means the commissioner of human services or his designee. “Corrective order” means an order by the commissioner detailing the findings of the […]
§ 49-5-91. Emergency Orders; Corrective Orders; Monitors
Emergency orders may be issued by the commissioner or his designee pursuant to findings by the department pursuant to surveys, inspections, or investigations, which are required or permitted by law, that departmental rules and regulations are being violated which threaten the health, safety, or welfare of children in care. The commissioner may order the emergency […]
§ 49-5-92. Preliminary Hearing; Department Order; Interim Department Actions
A request for a preliminary hearing shall be made in writing within five days from the time of service, excepting weekends. The request must be made to the representative of the department designated in the order. Unless a request is made to appear in person, the preliminary hearing shall consist of an administrative review of […]