Rule 37.98.702 - YOUTH RIGHTS(1) A program shall develop and maintain a youth's rights policy that supports and protects the fundamental human, civil, constitutional and statutory rights of all youth. These rights shall include, but are not limited to the following: (a) each youth has the right to be free from abuse, neglect and unnecessary physical or chemical restraint;(b) if the program operates during the school year, every youth has the right to educational services in accordance with Montana state law;(c) the dignity of every youth and family must be recognized and respected in the delivery of services;(d) each youth has the right to receive care according to individual need;(e) service must be provided within the most appropriate setting;(f) each youth has the right to personal privacy, and the program must allow privacy for each youth when not contrary to treatment and safety of the youth;(g) contact with the family will be maintained by mail and phone, if accessible, as long as this contact is not contrary to the treatment and safety needs of the youth; and(h) each youth has the right to have his or her opinions and recommendations considered and documented in the development of his or her case plan.Mont. Admin. r. 37.98.702
NEW, 2004 MAR p. 1960, Eff. 8/6/04.Sec. 50-5-220, MCA; IMP, Sec. 50-5-220, MCA;