10A NCAC 71A .0209       SUBSTANTIATION OF THE REPORT

(a)  Following completion of the evaluation a determination shall be made as to whether the report is substantiated.

(b)  A report is substantiated when:

(1)           the adult is determined to be disabled as defined in G.S. 108A‑101(d);

(2)           the adult is determined to be abused, neglected or exploited as defined in G.S. 108A‑101(a), (j), or (m); and

(3)           the adult is determined to be in need of protective services as defined in G.S. 108A‑101(e).

(c)  A report is unsubstantiated if any one of the three conditions in Subparagraphs (b)(1), (2), and (3) of this Rule are not met.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 108A‑103; 143B‑153;

Eff. December 1, 1991;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. May 20, 2017.