Sec. 161.106. GUARDIANSHIP POWERS AND DUTIES. In serving as guardian of the person or estate, or both, for an incapacitated individual, the department has all the powers granted and duties prescribed to a guardian under Title 3, Estates Code, or any other applicable law.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 268 (S.B. 6), Sec. 3.04, eff. September 1, 2005.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.460, eff. April 2, 2015.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 11 - Aging, Community-Based, and Long-Term Care Services
Chapter 161 - Department of Aging and Disability Services
Subchapter E. Guardianship Services
Section 161.101. Guardianship Services
Section 161.102. Referral to Guardianship Program, Court, or Other Person
Section 161.103. Contract for Guardianship Services
Section 161.104. Quality Assurance Program
Section 161.106. Guardianship Powers and Duties
Section 161.107. Exemption From Guardianship Bonds, Certain Costs, Fees, and Expenses
Section 161.108. Successor Guardian
Section 161.109. Access to Records or Documents
Section 161.110. Legal Representation of Department
Section 161.111. Confidentiality and Disclosure of Information