N.J. Admin. Code § 13:95-16.8

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 13:95-16.8 - Change in type of observation

(a) After the initial placement of a juvenile on special observation status, a psychiatrist, psychologist or psychiatric advanced practice nurse may change the type of observation of a juvenile from close observation to constant observation or from constant observation to close observation by filling out Form JJC CO-2 Notice of Change in Special Observation Status. The original of JJC CO-2 shall be filed in the juvenile's medical record and a copy shall be forwarded by the staff person ordering the change to the Facility Classification Office for placement in the juvenile's classification file.

(b) The recommendation for a change in observation status that involves a lower level of supervision shall be subject to review and approval by the Superintendent or designee before action is taken to change the type of observation.