SECTION 358.340. Reporting of Allegations by Juveniles

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(a) Right to Report. Juveniles have the right to report to TJJD allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation and the death of a juvenile. During orientation to a facility or program, juveniles must be advised in writing of:
(1) their right to report allegations under this subsection; and
(2) TJJD's toll-free number available for reporting allegations under this subsection.
(b) Policy and Procedure. Departments, programs, and facilities must have written policies and procedures that provide a juvenile with reasonable, free, and confidential access to TJJD for reporting allegations.
(c) Access to TJJD. Upon the request of a juvenile, staff must facilitate the juvenile's unimpeded access to TJJD to report allegations.

Source Note: The provisions of this §358.340 adopted to be effective March 1, 2016, 41 TexReg 286

                    
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