Md. Code Regs. 07.02.07.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 07.02.07.01 - Purpose and Scope

A. The purpose of Child Protective Services is to stop and prevent child abuse and neglect through the:

(1) Investigation of child abuse and neglect;

(2) Comprehensive assessment of safety, risk and service needs; and

(3) Provision of services or service referrals for abused or neglected children and their families.

B. These regulations establish the appropriate protocols for local departments of social services to:

(1) Accept reports of suspected child abuse or neglect;

(2) Promptly determine whether to investigate a report or to initiate a comprehensive family assessment;

(3) Complete a timely investigation or family assessment appropriate to the circumstances;

(4) After an investigation, make a finding consistent with the law;

(5) After conducting a family assessment, complete and distribute a written assessment addressing safety and risk; and

(6) Create and maintain accurate reports and records that can serve as tools in providing services and in future involvement with the family.

Md. Code Regs. 07.02.07.01

Regulations .01 amended effective November 2, 1979 (6:22 Md. R. 1776)
Regulations .01 adopted effective October 1, 1994 (21:19 Md. R. 1630); adopted effective 44:12 Md. R. 586, eff. 6/19/2017