1. (a) Each client shall be free from threat or fear of unwarranted suspension or expulsion from the facility.

2. (b) The governing body shall develop and implement policy for suspension or expelling a client from a service. The policy shall address the criteria to be used for an suspension, expulsion or other discharge not mutually agreed upon and shall establish documentation requirements that include:

   1. (1) the specific time and conditions for resuming services following suspension;
   2. (2) efforts by staff of the facility to identify an alternative service to meet the client's needs and designation of such service; and
   3. (3) the discharge plan, if any.

History Note: Authority G.S. 122C-51; 143B-147;
Eff. February 1, 1991;
Amended Eff. January 1, 1992;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. June 25, 2016.