N.J. Admin. Code § 10:41-5.4
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024
Section 10:41-5.4 - Records of deceased individuals(a) The records of a deceased individual who has received services may be released to the administrator or executor.(b) If there is no administrator or executor, records may be released to the next of kin indicated in the client record. A valid written authorization for the release of this information must be obtained from next of kin in the following order: 1. Natural or adoptive parents;4. Family caregiver of record.(c) If someone other than the next of kin requests the records, a release shall be obtained from the next of kin prior to the release of the records. The Division shall request proof of the identity and degree of the relationship with the deceased individual.(d) Records shall be provided to Disability Rights New Jersey in accordance with 42 U.S.C. § 15043.N.J. Admin. Code § 10:41-5.4
Amended by 49 N.J.R. 3603(b), effective 11/20/2017