1. (1) INFORMATION SYSTEM

   1. (a) The Program contributes to, and has access to, an organized system of information storage, retrieval, and review.

2. (2) RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

   1. (a) Written Policy, Procedure, and practice provide that the Program or parent agency supports, engages, and uses research activities relevant to its Programs, services, and operations.

3. (3) JUVENILE PARTICIPATION IN RESEARCH

   1. (a) Written Policy, Procedure, and practice govern voluntary participation in non medical, non pharmaceutical, and non cosmetic research programs.

4. (4) ACCESS TO RECORDS

   1. (a) Consistent with statues, written Policy, Procedure, and practice provide that individuals and agencies may have access to records for the purpose of research, evaluation, and statistical analysis, in accordance with a formal written agreement that authorizes access, specifies use of data, and ensures confidentiality.

Author: Alabama Department of Youth Services, Office of Licensing and Standards

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§44-1-27(a)(b), 44-1-24(4)(6), 38-13-4.

History: New Rule: Filed December 17, 2004; effective January 21, 2005. Amended: Filed November 6, 2018; effective December 21, 2018.