Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 07. Department of Human Services |
Subtitle 05. SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION PRIVATE CHILD PLACEMENT AGENCIES |
Chapter 07.05.01. License for Private Child Placement Agencies |
Sec. 07.05.01.01. Purpose and Scope
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A. The purpose of this subtitle is to protect children's health, safety, and well-being from the special risk arising from living outside their homes. When a conflict exists between the interests of a child and those of an adult, the child's interest takes precedence.
B. The regulations established in this subtitle are the Administration's requirements for licensure of private child placement agencies to deliver services for the placement of children in foster care, treatment foster care, adoption, and independent living preparation programs.