35 Pa. Stat. § 10210.308

Current through Pa Acts 2024-53, 2024-56 through 2024-111
Section 10210.308 - Rights of protective services clients
(a) Minimum requirements.--The agency shall observe the following minimum requirements to safeguard the rights of an adult who is reported to be in need of protective services:
(1) The agency shall to the extent possible, notify the adult privately during the investigation that a report has been made and provide the adult with a brief summary of the nature of the report.
(2) As provided under section 306(b)(3) , the adult may request and the agency shall provide additional information contained in the report.
(3) An appeal of a denial of services by the department or an authorized agency under this chapter shall be conducted according to the provisions of the rules and regulations issued by the department under the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L. 31, No. 21), known as the Public Welfare Code.
(b) Construction.--Nothing in this act shall be construed to limit the right of an adult to file a petition pursuant to 23 Pa.C.S. Ch. 61 (relating to protection from abuse).

35 P.S. § 10210.308

2010, Oct. 7, P.L. 484, No. 70, §308, effective in 6 months [ 4/7/2011].