NAC424.200. Violations: Investigation and action by licensing authority.

     1. Whenever the licensing authority has reason to believe that a foster home is operating without a license, or a licensed foster home is not conforming to the conditions of the license or the requirements for foster home care, the licensing authority shall make an investigation to determine the facts. The licensing authority shall have the authority to inspect the premises where the violation is alleged to occur and to conduct such other investigations as may be indicated.

     2. If it is found that a person is operating a foster home without a license, the licensing authority may either issue a license if the person is found to be in compliance with licensing requirements or may refer the matter to the legal counsel of the agency which provides child welfare services for appropriate action. If it is found that a licensed foster home is not conforming to the requirements for foster home care, the licensing authority may, depending on the circumstances:

     (a) Issue a written notice specifying the nature of the noncompliance, a plan of corrective action and the time in which each corrective action must be taken;

     (b) If the noncompliance does not involve health or safety issues, continue the license conditioned on the foster home achieving full conformity by a date set forth in the written notice issued pursuant to paragraph (a);

     (c) Suspend the license;

     (d) Revoke the license; or

     (e) Refer the person to the legal counsel of the agency which provides child welfare services for appropriate action.

     3. Allegations regarding possible child abuse or neglect of foster children will be investigated in accordance with chapter 432B of NRS.

     [Welfare Div., Req. for Foster Care part § 103.6, 10-7-88, eff. 1-1-89]—(NAC A by Div. of Child & Fam. Services, 8-27-92; R066-99, 11-8-99; R044-02, 7-23-2002)