Sec. 161.113. IMMUNITY. (a) In this section, "volunteer" means a person who:
(1) renders services for or on behalf of the department under the supervision of a department employee; and
(2) does not receive compensation that exceeds the authorized expenses the person incurs in performing those services.
(b) A department employee or an authorized volunteer who performs a department duty or responsibility under this subchapter is immune from civil or criminal liability for any act or omission that relates to the duty or responsibility if the person acted in good faith and within the scope of the person's authority.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 268 (S.B. 6), Sec. 3.04, eff. September 1, 2005.
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