41-3-1207. (Temporary) Powers of ombudsman. (1) The ombudsman has, subject to subsection (2), the power to:
     (a) inspect, copy, or subpoena department records, including case notes, correspondence, evaluations, videotapes, and interviews pertaining to any child under the jurisdiction of the department who is alleged to be abused or neglected;
     (b) request that individuals or entities outside the department that are legally authorized to receive, inspect, or investigate reports of child abuse or neglect provide information related to a complaint or death that the ombudsman is investigating; and
     (c) take appropriate steps to see that persons are made aware of the services and procedures of the office of the child and family ombudsman, its purpose, and how it can be contacted.
     (2) The ombudsman is subject to the disclosure restrictions and confidentiality requirements provided in 41-3-205. (Terminates June 30, 2015--sec. 12, Ch. 333, L. 2013.)

     History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 333, L. 2013.