A. Each facility has written rules which are age appropriate and clear and understandable to the children in care. The rules include but are not limited to the following:

(1) the use of tobacco or alcohol;

(2) the use of the telephone;

(3) visitors and visiting hours;

(4) daily routine of the facility such as bed times, free time, study hours, use of personal possessions, playing of radios and watching television; and

(5) leaving the premises of the facility.

C. Prior to placement in, or admission to, a facility, the rules are explained to the child, parents, or legal guardian in a language they can understand.

[1/1/99; 7.20.12.28 NMAC - Rn, 7 NMAC 20.12.28, 02/28/05]