N.J. Stat. § 30:6D-9: Services by facilities; maximization of developmental potential

Every service for persons with developmental disabilities offered by any facility shall be designed to maximize the developmental potential of such persons and shall be provided in a humane manner in accordance with generally accepted standards for the delivery of such service and with full recognition and respect for the dignity, individuality and constitutional, civil and legal rights of each person receiving such service, and in a setting and manner which is least restrictive of each person's personal liberty.

L.1977, c. 82, s. 9, eff. May 5, 1977.