SECTION 355.480. Release Procedures

Prior to the release of a resident from the facility, the authorized staff member shall:

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

(2) verify the release authorization documents or document the authorization if a judge or juvenile probation officer authorized the release by telephone;

(3) secure a signed release 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) secure a receipt signed by the person receiving custody.

Source Note: The provisions of this §355.480 adopted to be effective November 15, 2013, 38 TexReg 7973