AUTHORITY: Implementing and authorized by the Illinois Vehicle Code [625 ILCS 5] and the Substance Use Disorder Act [20 ILCS 301].DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
a) DHS/SUPR may, at its own initiation, and shall upon the sworn complaint in writing of any person setting forth charges which, if proved, indicate criminal activity and/or would constitute grounds for sanction as specified in Section 2060.396, conduct its own announced or unannounced investigation.
b) DHS/SUPR employees are authorized to enter the facility with access to all areas and all records related to DHS/SUPR. DHS/SUPR employees may also make inquiries of organization staff and clients/patients/residents. (See 20 ILCS 301/45-10)
c) DHS/SUPR may also refer such matters for investigation to the appropriate legal authority.