10A NCAC 09 .1903. INVESTIGATION PROCEDURES

(a)  The investigation shall include interviews with the operator, staff, parents, or any other adult who has information regarding the allegation.  Reports from law enforcement officers and other professionals, as well as photographs and other investigative tools, may be used as appropriate.

(b)  The Division's representative may interview the child or children about the allegations of abuse or neglect only in those cases where the county department of social services does not conduct an investigation.

(c)  The Division shall share information related to investigations with departments of social services, as appropriate.  However, any information subject to confidentiality laws or regulations shall be handled so as to preserve the confidential nature of the material.

(d)  At any time during the investigation, the representative of the Division may conduct an evaluation for compliance with all applicable requirements.

(e)  The Division shall make a written report to the operator and the county department of social services when the investigation is completed.  The Division may also report to law enforcement officers and other professionals that were involved in the investigation.  This report shall explain the Division's findings and what further action will be taken, if any.

(f)  The final written report of findings and further action shall be made within 90 days of receipt of the allegation.  If the investigation is not complete at that time, an interim report explaining the status of the investigation shall be made to the operator 90 days after receipt of the allegation and every 30 days thereafter until the final report is made.  The county department of social services shall be sent a copy of each interim report.

 

History Note:        Authority G.S. 7B-301; 110‑88(5); 110‑105; 143B‑168.3;

Eff. January 1, 1986;

Amended Eff. April 1, 2001; October 1, 1991; July 1, 1988; January 1, 1987.