Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 07. Department of Human Services |
Subtitle 01. OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY |
Chapter 07.01.07. Confidentiality of Records |
Sec. 07.01.07.08. Reporting Crimes, Child Abuse, and Neglect
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The following prevail over the confidentiality provisions of this chapter:
A. Suspected child abuse or neglect, or abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult, shall be reported in accordance with the provisions of Family Law Article, Annotated Code of Maryland;
B. Suspected fraud in the administration of a Department program shall be reported as required by the regulations for that program;
C. Any ongoing or imminent criminal conduct of an applicant or customer may be reported to appropriate law enforcement personnel.