No. 40878 (5-year Review): Rule R512-80. Definitions of Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency

DAR File No.: 40878
Filed: 10/13/2016 01:17:45 PM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 62A-4a-102 authorizes the Division of Child and Family Services to establish rules in order to provide programs and services that support the strengthening of family values. This includes, when determining what constitutes abuse, neglect, or dependency, the definitions in Section 62A-4a-101 et seq., Section 78A-6-105 et seq., the Criminal Code, these administrative rules, and court opinions shall apply. The definitions included in this rule are intended to clarify those definitions or judicial opinions.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments were received.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

Continuation of this rule is necessary in order for the Division of Child and Family Services to continue to determine what constitutes abuse, neglect, or dependency.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Office of Administrative Rules, or at:

Human Services
Child and Family Services
195 N 1950 W
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Carol Miller at the above address, by phone at 801-557-1772, by FAX at 801-538-3993, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Julene Robbins at the above address, by phone at 801-538-4521, by FAX at 801-538-3942, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

10/13/2016

Authorized by:

Brent Platt, Director

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