Action upon investigation

Upon investigation the department shall take action to prevent abuse and shall have the authority to do any or all of the following:

     (1)  Resolve the matter in an informal fashion as is appropriate under the circumstances;

     (2)  Exercise its right of entry under section 346-229;

     (3)  Seek an order for immediate protection;

     (4)  Seek a temporary restraining order;

     (5)  File a petition with the court under this part; and

     (6)  Seek any protective or remedial actions authorized by law. [L 1989, c 381, pt of §1; am L 1990, c 144, §1 and c 234, §9; am L 2008, c 154, §10]