[§346-228] Action upon investigation. Upon investigation the department shall take action toward preventing further 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]
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