1. Victim notification requirements are the responsibility of the sending state in accordance with the laws and policies of that state.
    
2. When the sending state will require the assistance of the supervising person in the receiving state to meet these requirements, the sending officer shall clearly document such in the initial packet using the Victim Supplement Notification Form. The Victim Supplement Notification Form shall include the specific information regarding what will be required and the timeframes for which it shall be received.

1. All communications between states, whether verbal or written, on ICJ issues shall be transmitted between the respective ICJ Offices.
    
2. Communication may occur between local jurisdictions with the prior approval of the ICJ Offices in both states. A summary of communication shall be provided to the ICJ Office and documented in the electronic data system. 
    
3. Communication regarding ICJ business shall respect the confidentiality rules of sending and receiving states.

Proposed new rules or amendments to the rules shall be adopted by majority vote of the members of the Commission in the following manner.

1. As required by Article III (K) of the compact, the Interstate Commission shall gather, maintain and report data regarding the interstate movement of juveniles who are supervised under this compact and the return of juveniles who have absconded, escaped or fled to avoid prosecution or run away.

1. The Commission shall determine the formula to be used in calculating the annual assessments to be paid by states. Public notice of any proposed revision to the approved dues formula shall be given at least thirty (30) days prior to the Commission meeting at which the proposed revision will be considered.
    
2. The Commission shall consider the population of the states and the volume of juvenile transfers between states in determining and adjusting the assessment formula.

As used in these rules, unless the context clearly requires a different construction:

Absconder: a juvenile probationer or parolee who hides, conceals, or absents him/herself so that he/she is unavailable for the legal process or authorized control.

Accused Delinquent: a person charged with an offense that, if committed by an adult, would be a criminal offense.

Accused Status Offender: a person charged with an offense that would not be a criminal offense if committed by an adult.