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§ 9-220. Research and development unit

West's Annotated Code of MarylandHuman ServicesEffective: October 1, 2007

West's Annotated Code of Maryland
Human Services (Refs & Annos)
Title 9. Juvenile Services (Refs & Annos)
Subtitle 2. Department of Juvenile Services (Refs & Annos)
Part I. Organization and Administration of Department (Refs & Annos)
Effective: October 1, 2007
MD Code, Human Services, § 9-220
§ 9-220. Research and development unit
Currentness
The Department shall have a unit for research and development that shall:
(1) compile accurate statistics and reliable information on all aspects of the juvenile program of the State;
(2) monitor current developments in the field of juvenile services;
(3) assess existing programs and activities, including youth services bureaus;
(4) help develop new or improved means, including greater utilization of youth services bureaus under § 9-233 of this subtitle, to prevent juvenile offenses and control and treat juvenile offenders;
(5) if necessary, initiate studies to help the Secretary in general planning and program development for the Department; and
(6) for these and related purposes, use research and information available from all sources.

Credits

Added by Acts 2007, c. 3, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2007.
MD Code, Human Services, § 9-220, MD HUMAN SERV § 9-220
Current through legislation effective through April 25, 2024, from the 2024 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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