Section 330.4631. Authorized leave of absence.

Rule 4631. (1) When, in the opinion of a hospital director, a minor would benefit from a temporary, short-term experience  outside  the hospital, the hospital director may authorize a leave of absence.

(2)   A minor, while in the custody of the hospital, shall be allowed an authorized leave of absence only if the minor will be released into the custody and supervision of a responsible adult for a specified period of time and only with the consent of a parent or guardian.

(3)   An authorized leave of absence to another state shall not be granted for a minor who is under court-ordered continued hospitalization, unless the leave of absence is approved by the court.

(4)   A hospital shall not accept liability for expenses incurred by or for a minor on leave, unless the expense is authorized in advance.

History: 1990 AACS.