N.H. Code Admin. R. He-E 701.07

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024

Section He-E 701.07 - Investigation Responsibilities and the Determination

During the course of the investigation, the investigator shall:

(a) Conduct all interviews as described in He-E 701.06;

(b) As necessary, request protective services to be approved by the supervisor in order to protect the alleged victim while the investigation is in progress;

(c) Obtain and review relevant written reports, records, photographs, and any other necessary documentation in accordance with RSA 161-F:56;

(d) Consult, as necessary, with other professionals who have expertise regarding the type of report or allegations being investigated;

(e) Review all information collected during the investigation process;

(f) Determine whether or not the allegation(s) is or are substantiated;

(g) Determine whether or not the report is founded or unfounded based on the following:

(1) Statements made by the alleged victim;

(2) Supporting testimony given by collateral contacts;

(3) Supporting written, photographic, audio or visual documentation; or

(4) Statements made by the alleged perpetrator, if any;

(h) When the report is founded, the investigator shall determine that there is a need for protective services if any of the following is true:

(1) The victim's health or safety is in jeopardy;

(2) The victim's living arrangement is unsafe; or

(3) The victim has functional or cognitive limitations that prevent the necessary performance of personal care activities or household tasks; and

(i) Complete all required forms, summaries and letters in order to document the investigation and provide necessary notification(s) .

N.H. Code Admin. R. He-E 701.07

#5008, eff 11-27-90, EXPIRED: 11-27-96

New. #6867, eff 10-9-98; ss by #8727, INTERIM, eff 10-9-06, EXPIRED: 4-7-07

New. #8868, eff 4-19-07; (See Revision Note at Chapter Heading for He-E 700) #10179, eff 9-1-12