(a)

1. (1) Youth, legal custodians, or other advocates may request religious accommodation at any time using the form provided by the Division of Youth Services.

2. (2) The person making the request shall demonstrate that the accommodation is necessary to the exercise of a sincerely held religious belief, such as by providing:

   1. (A) Affirmation of prior practice by a member of clergy;
   2. (B) Reference to religious texts requiring the requested activity or restriction; or
   3. (C) Other verifiable evidence of a bona fide connection to religious practice.

(b)

1. (1) Where a request is made for a special diet to accommodate religious exercise, the special diet shall:

   1. (A) Conform as closely as possible to the diet served to other youth; and
   2. (B) Comply with federal regulations with respect to nutrition.

2. (2) When a request for a special diet is granted, the division Nutrition Manager shall:

   1. (A) Complete a meal plan for the youth on a monthly basis; and
   2. (B) Provide that plan to the facility.
3. (3) Facility staff shall not modify the meal plan without approval by the division Nutrition Manager.