SECTION 355.602. Limitations on Visitation  


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  • (a) The policies, procedures, and practices of the facility may limit a resident's visitation rights only to the extent required to maintain safety of the facility.

    (b) Restrictions on a resident's visitation rights shall not be imposed as a disciplinary sanction.

    (c) The facility administrator or designee shall provide written documentation justifying any restriction placed on a resident's visitation rights.

    (d) A resident shall not be denied communication or visitation with a parent, legal guardian, or custodian for a prescribed period of time after admission into the facility.

Source Note: The provisions of this §355.602 adopted to be effective November 15, 2013, 38 TexReg 7973