N.M. Admin. Code § 7.8.3.27

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 21, November 5, 2024

Section 7.8.3.27 - FACILITY RULES

A. Each facility has written rules which are age appropriate and clear and understandable to the children in care. The rules include but are not limited to the following:

(1) The use of tobacco or alcohol;

(2) The use of the telephone;

(3) Visitors and visiting hours;

(4) Daily routine of the facility such as bed times, free time, study hours, use of personal possessions, playing of radios and watching television; and

(5) Leaving the premises of the facility;

B. Facility rules are posted in an area of the facility readily available to the children.

C. Prior to placement in, or admission to a facility, the rules are explained to the child, parents, or legal guardian in a language they can understand.

D. A facility will prohibit the use of firearms, weapons, tobacco, illegal substances, such as street drugs, and alcoholic beverages on the premises of the facility, including in vehicles.

N.M. Admin. Code § 7.8.3.27

7.8.3.27 NMAC - N, 05/15/01