§346-228  Action upon investigation. Upon investigation the department shall take action to prevent abuse andshall have the authority to do any or all of the following:

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

(2)  Exercise its right of entry under section346-229;

(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 authorizedby law. [L 1989, c 381, pt of §1; am L 1990, c 144, §1 and c 234, §9; am L2008, c 154, §10]