Section 17-1421-9 - Investigation(a) An investigation shall include but not be limited to:(1) Reasonable efforts to have face to face contact with the vulnerable adult and alleged perpetrator(s) of abuse using police assistance as necessary in accordance with section 346-229, HRS;(2) Collateral contacts as needed with others such as family members, friends of the vulnerable adult, and professionals who may have information about the vulnerable adult relevant to the investigation; and(3) An assessment of the need for protective services and referrals to appropriate resources.(b) The department shall arrange for appropriate evaluations to be conducted as necessary to complete the assessment, including but not limited to psychological, medical, or other evaluations in accordance with departmental procedures.[Eff 6/29/92; and comp OCT 30 2009] (Auth: HRS §§ 346-14, 346-253) (Imp: HRS §§ 346-14, 346-226 to 346-229)