R512-51-1. Purpose and Authority

(1) This rule enables the Division of Child and Family Services (Child and Family Services) to collect fees for processing criminal background screenings. These screenings are for prospective foster and adoptive parents of children in state custody and other adults in the home as required by the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006, Pub. L. 109-248 and Section 80-3-305. These screenings are also for employees of other licensed programs upon request of the Division of Licensing and Background Checks as authorized by Section 26B-2-120, as capacity allows. (2) This rule is authorized by Section 80-2-302.