If the outpatient meets the criteria in Section 5321, the agent of record may approve the individual's participation in an approved methadone maintenance program pending approval by the Board. An individual who does not meet those criteria shall not begin participation in methadone maintenance without Board approval.

Note: Authority cited: Section 3156, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Sections 3151, 3154, 3201 and 3201(c), Welfare and Institutions Code.

History

1. Amendment filed 6-29-2000; operative 7-29-2000 (Register 2000, No. 26).