South Dakota Codified Laws 27B-8-54. Behavior intervention programs–Prerequisites to implementation
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Any behavior intervention program shall use, develop, and promote positive, respectful approaches for teaching in every aspect of life.
Behavior intervention programs may only be implemented following the completion of a comprehensive functional analysis if alternative nonrestrictive procedures have been proven to be ineffective, and only with the informed consent of the person with a developmental disability, if eighteen years of age or over and capable of giving informed consent, or the person’s parent or legal guardian. Behavior intervention programs shall be developed in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team and implemented in accordance with § 27B-8-52.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 27B-8-54
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
Source: SL 2000, ch 131, §§ 99, 100.