S.D. Admin. R. 67:10:07:05

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 54, October 28, 2024

Section 67:10:07:05 - Standards for appointment of protective payee

A protective payee must meet the following standards:

(1) Be interested in and concerned with the well-being of the assistance unit, demonstrated by frequent visits to the family or by past efforts to help the family during times of crisis;

(2) Have the interest, ability, and time to help the family make proper use of the assistance payment demonstrated by past experience in purchasing food, clothing, and household supplies within a restricted income or by knowledge of effective household money management practices;

(3) Live geographically close to the family or be accessible to the family for consultations on household budgeting and other household money payment problems; and

(4) May not be an individual with a direct interest in the disposition of the assistance payment, such as a landlord, grocer, or other vendor of goods and services who deals with the recipient.

S.D. Admin. R. 67:10:07:05

24 SDR 24, effective 8/31/1997.

General Authority: SDCL 28-7A-3(7).

Law Implemented: SDCL 28-7A-3(7).