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In performing the duties set forth in this act, the secretary for children and families may request the assistance of all state departments, agencies and commissions and may utilize any other public or private agencies, groups or individuals who are appropriate and who may be available. Law enforcement shall be contacted to assist the Kansas department for children and families when the information received on the report indicates that an adult, residing in such adult's own home or the home of another individual, an adult family home, a community development disabilities facility or residential facility is in a life threatening situation.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Kansas Statutes Chapter 39. Mentally Ill, Incapacitated and Dependent Persons; Social Welfare § 39-1435. Same; assistance of state departments and agencies and other public and private agencies; law enforcement assistance - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ks/chapter-39-mentally-ill-incapacitated-and-dependent-persons-social-welfare/ks-st-sect-39-1435/
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