Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Social Services
 
Board
State Board of Social Services
 
chapter
Investigation of Child Abuse and Neglect in Out of Family Complaints [22 VAC 40 ‑ 730]
 
Guidance Documents
Chapter Information
Description This regulation establishes policy for investigations of child abuse and neglect in out of family complaints. It establishes, by definition, out of family situations that are appropriate for such investigation.
State Authority 63.2-217 , 63.2-1500 et seq .
Federal Authority None entered
Text of Regulation Link to Virginia Administrative Code
Goals of Regulation Increase collaboration with other regulatory agencies to conduct joint child abuse and neglect investigations.

Reduce child abuse and neglect in out of family settings.
Meetings See all meetings (1) relating to this chapter.

Contact Information
Name / Title: Shannon Hartung  / CPS Program Manager
Address: 801 E. Main Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Email Address: shannon.hartung1@dss.virginia.gov
Telephone: (804)726-7554    FAX: (804)726-7499    TDD: ()-
Current Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
None

Past Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Amend Investigation of Child Abuse and Neglect in Out of Family Complaints Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/22/2025.
Amend Investigation of Child Abuse and Neglect in Out of Famiy Complaints Fast-Track Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/23/2019.
Review and Amend Investigation of Child Abuse and Neglect in Out of Family Complaints Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/01/2014.
Clarify 2005 Legislative Intent
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/08/2005.
Amend regulation of comply with provisions of the Code of Virginia
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/02/2005.
2003 Legislative Requirements
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/01/2004.
Implement Joint Investigations Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/20/2002.

Withdrawn Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Implement Joint Investigations NOIRA Stage withdrawn on 09/04/2003 before DPB completed its review.

Periodic Reviews
Last Activity Status
4/24/2024 Agency Completed Amend
10/26/2018 Agency Completed Amend
10/31/2006 Agency Completed Retain As Is