Section 300. Investigation of complaints  


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  • The department has the responsibility to investigate any complaints regarding alleged violations of the standards or statutes and complaints of the abuse and neglect of persons in care.

    NOTE: In an investigation involving suspected adult or child abuse, neglect, or exploitation in a licensed facility, the investigation will be conducted jointly with the local department of social services whenever possible in accordance with departmental policy.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR615-30-01 § 7.2, eff. July 1, 1989; amended, Volume 08, Issue 17, eff. July 1, 1992; Volume 11, Issue 03, eff. January 1, 1995; Volume 20, Issue 24, eff. November 1, 2004.

Statutory Authority

§§ 63.2-217, 63.2-1732, 63.2-1733 and 63.2-1734 of the Code of Virginia.