North Carolina Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 13, 2014) |
TITLE 10A. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
CHAPTER 28. MENTAL HEALTH, STATE OPERATED FACILITIES AND SERVICES |
SUBCHAPTER B. CIVIL AND LEGAL RIGHTS |
10A NCAC 28B .0103. RELIGIOUS RIGHTS
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(a) Each client has the right to participate in religious worship as specified in G.S. 122C‑62(b)(7) and 122C‑62(d)(7).
(b) Participation shall be voluntary, but worship opportunities, services, religious education programs, pastoral counseling, or pastoral visitation shall be accessible for those who choose to participate.
(c) Clients shall be permitted to participate in religious services in the community unless otherwise limited in the treatment or habilitation plan.
(d) Suitable space for religious worship shall be made available by the state facility.
History Note: Authority G.S. 122C‑62; 143B‑147;
Eff. October 1, 1984;
Amended Eff. July 1, 1989.