1. (a) The ombudsman or designated ombudsman associates may take sworn statements from a person, if that person is likely to have information deemed by the ombudsman or designated ombudsman associates to be relevant to any matter under inquiry and that person is or has been at any time:

   1. (1) Within any premises under the control of the secretary of corrections;
   2. (2) Committed to the custody of the secretary of corrections; or
   3. (3) Employed by or under contract with the secretary of corrections.
2. (b) Whenever possible, oaths shall be administered at a time and location convenient to the person making the statement.
3. (c) Under no circumstances shall anyone be compelled to submit a sworn statement.

(Authorized by and implementing K.S.A. 1983 Supp. 74-7407; effective, T-84-24, Sept. 19, 1983; effective May 1, 1984.)