When determining whether good cause exists for failing to apply for assistance within one year, the department shall consider the following:
(2) The claimant's physical and psychological condition;(3) Evidence such as medical records or verifiable reports from other third parties that substantiate the claimant's health or safety would have been jeopardized if the crime had been reported in a timely manner;(4) Evidence that substantiates the claimant was not aware of this program. Evidence may consist of a written statement from the claimant that contains information as to how and when the claimant became aware of the program; and(5) Evidence that substantiates the claimant thought the bills would be paid by a collateral source. Evidence may consist of a copy of a written notice or letter of denial concerning payment of the bill by the collateral source.S.D. Admin. R. 67:55:01:07
30 SDR 116, effective 2/4/2004.General Authority: SDCL 23A-28B-33.
Law Implemented: SDCL 23A-28B-25, 23A-28B-40.
Definition of collateral source, SDCL 23A-28B-22.