ARSD 67:12:01:66.10. Criteria for basing good cause on emotional harm

The department may make a finding of good cause based on emotional harm upon a demonstration of emotional impairment that substantially affects the applicant's or recipient's functioning. The following must be considered in determining emotional harm: (1) The present emotional state of the applicant or recipient subject to harm; (2) The emotional health history of the applicant or recipient subject to harm; (3) The intensity and probable duration of emotional impairment; (4) The degree of cooperation required in § 67:12:01:66; and (5) The degree of involvement of the applicant or recipient in establishing paternity or enforcement activity.