Chapter 02. Scope of Title

Statewide Responsibility. The Department of Juvenile Services is responsible for the administration of juvenile services throughout the State.

Operational Autonomy.

In General. Except as otherwise expressly provided, this title and all standards in this title apply to all facilities and other programs, including those provided by or purchased from the private sector.

Compliance Required. All programs, public or private, and their employees shall comply with all rules, regulations, codes of conduct, standards, and procedures contained in or adopted under this title.

Monitoring Activities. Monitoring activities by the Department or, to the extent of their jurisdiction, by juvenile justice monitors apply to all facilities and other programs, including those provided by or purchased from the private sector.

Additional Requirements. Private-sector residential programs shall also conform, as applicable, to COMAR 14.31.05—COMAR 14.31.07.

Rule of Construction. To the extent any provision of this title, as applied to private-sector providers, is inconsistent with any provision of a regulation listed in §A of this regulation, the latter prevails.

Delineation Required. The role and function of any public or private agency providing services to the Department or to any youth under the jurisdiction of the Department shall be delineated in a written directive, contract, or memorandum of understanding that specifies the agency's responsibilities and relation to the Department and its program managers.

Annual Review. Each directive, contract, or memorandum of understanding shall be reviewed annually and updated as needed.