Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 21, October 18, 2024
Section 12.11.01.08 - Agency HeadsAn agency head or a designee shall:
A. Notify the Director or a designee, and if required, local law enforcement, of an allegation required to be reported under Regulation .05 of this chapter;B. Relinquish authority for an investigation undertaken by the IIU, including an investigation initially assigned to an agency head, or a designee, that is subsequently assumed by the IIU;C. Provide to the IIU investigator unrestricted access to all areas of the agency head's facility;D. Ensure that agency employees cooperate with the IIU investigator;E. If requested by the IIU, assign agency employees to assist the IIU investigator and serve as an IIU liaison;F. Coordinate agency employee, nonagency employee, and inmate interviews requested by an IIU investigator;G. Provide reports, documents, and information requested by an IIU investigator;H. Ensure confidentiality of all reports, records, investigative activities, and documents relating to an IIU investigation;I. Provide workspace within the facility for use by the IIU personnel during an investigation;J. Secure and preserve the scene of an incident until released to an IIU investigator or appropriate law enforcement personnel; andK. Be accountable for investigations conducted at the agency level ensuring that: (1) Where appropriate, investigative activities are conducted according to requirements for an IIU investigator;(2) Required reports are completed; and(3) Investigative reports are forwarded to the Director, or a designee, for review, filing, and retention.Md. Code Regs. 12.11.01.08