660.255. 1. Any person having reasonable cause to suspect that an eligible adult presents a likelihood of suffering serious physical harm and is in need of protective services shall report such information to the department.
2. The report shall be made orally or in writing. It shall include, if known:
(1) The name, age, and address of the eligible adult;
(2) The name and address of any person responsible for the eligible adult's care;
(3) The nature and extent of the eligible adult's condition; and
(4) Other relevant information.
3. Reports regarding persons determined not to be eligible adults as defined in section 660.250 shall be referred to the appropriate state or local authorities.
4. The department shall maintain a statewide toll free phone number for receipt of reports.
(L. 1980 S.B. 576 § 2, A.L. 1987 S.B. 277)
Missouri General Assembly