SECTION 343.426. Release Procedures

Prior to the release of each resident from the facility, the authorized officer shall:

(1) verify the identity of the person receiving custody;

(2) do one of the following:

(A) verify the release authorization documents; or

(B) document the release authorization in writing if a judge or juvenile probation officer authorizes the release by telephone;

(3) obtain a release signed by the individual receiving the resident's personal property;

(4) provide information to a parent, legal guardian, or custodian regarding:

(A) all medication prescribed while the resident was in the facility that the resident is currently taking and the name and contact information of the prescribing physician;

(B) any pending medical, mental health, or dental appointments; and

(C) any present concerns regarding the resident; and

(5) obtain a receipt signed by the person receiving custody of the resident.

Source Note: The provisions of this §343.426 adopted to be effective January 1, 2010, 34 TexReg 7095; amended to be effective January 1, 2015, 39 TexReg 9243