2006 Utah Code - 62A-5-317 — Authority to transfer resident.

     62A-5-317.   Authority to transfer resident.
     (1) The administrator of a mental retardation facility, or his designee, may transfer or authorize the transfer of a resident to another mental retardation facility if, before the transfer, the administrator conducts a careful evaluation of the resident and his treatment needs, and determines that a transfer would be in the best interest of that resident. If a resident is transferred, the administrator shall give immediate notice of the transfer to the resident's spouse, guardian, parent, or advocate or, if none of those persons are known, to the resident's nearest known relative.
     (2) If a resident, or his parent or guardian, objects to a proposed transfer under this section, the administrator shall conduct a hearing on the objection before a committee composed of persons selected by the administrator. That committee shall hear all evidence and make a recommendation to the administrator concerning the proposed transfer. The transfer may not take effect until the committee holds that hearing and the administrator renders a final decision on the proposed transfer.

Amended by Chapter 114, 2004 General Session