The Department shall have a unit for research and development that shall:
(1) compile accurate statistics and reliable information on all aspects of the juvenile program of the State;
(2) monitor current developments in the field of juvenile services;
(3) assess existing programs and activities, including youth services bureaus;
(4) help develop new or improved means, including greater utilization of youth services bureaus under § 9-233 of this subtitle, to prevent juvenile offenses and control and treat juvenile offenders;
(5) if necessary, initiate studies to help the Secretary in general planning and program development for the Department; and
(6) for these and related purposes, use research and information available from all sources.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 2 - Department of Juvenile Services
Part I - Organization and Administration of Department
Section 9-203 - Administration of Department
Section 9-204 - Secretary's Powers and Duties
Section 9-205 - Unit Reports to Secretary
Section 9-206 - Deputy Secretaries
Section 9-207 - Staff and Consultants
Section 9-208 - Employees -- in General
Section 9-209 - Employees -- Criminal Background Investigations
Section 9-211 - State Advisory Board -- Established
Section 9-212 - State Advisory Board -- Membership
Section 9-213 - State Advisory Board -- Officers
Section 9-214 - State Advisory Board -- Meetings; Compensation; Conflicts of Interest
Section 9-215 - State Advisory Board -- Duties
Section 9-216 - Functions of Department
Section 9-217 - Use of and Aid to Public and Private Agencies
Section 9-219 - Confidential Research Records
Section 9-220 - Research and Development Unit
Section 9-221 - Interagency Cooperation