SECTION 705.1911. When may case records be released under this subchapter?

(a) Records may not be released until:

(1) the investigation is complete;

(2) a proper request has been received, if required; and

(3) the records have been properly redacted.

(b) Portions of investigation records may be released before completion of an investigation:

(1) to law enforcement for investigation of a crime as provided by Texas Human Resources Code, §48.1522; or

(2) as necessary for DFPS to seek emergency protective services or emergency legal action for the protection of an APS client.

(c) Requests for records will be filled on a priority basis, as provided by §702.223 of this title (relating to How does the department prioritize fulfilling requests for copies of confidential client records that require redaction prior to their release?).

Source Note: The provisions of this §705.1911 adopted to be effective February 1, 2021, 46 TexReg 317