Nebraska § 81-2255 - Abuse, neglect, or exploitation; referral required; procedure.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 81-2255 — Abuse, neglect, or exploitation; referral required; procedure., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 81-2255. Abuse, neglect, or exploitation; referral required; procedure.
(1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law related to reporting, when abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a resident is suspected, the long-term care ombudsman program, with the permission of the resident or the resident representative, shall make an immediate referral to adult protective services of the department or the appropriate law enforcement agency.
(2) Any state agency or board which responds to a complaint against a long-term care facility or an individual employed by a long-term care facility that was referred to the state agency or board by the office shall forward to the office copies of related inspection reports, plans of correction, and notice of any citations and sanctions levied against the long-term care facility or the individual.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 81-2255
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 81-2255 cover?
Section 81-2255 ("Abuse, neglect, or exploitation; referral required; procedure.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 81-2255?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 81-2255" (Nebraska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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How does Nebraska § 81-2255 apply to my situation?
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