Sec. 48.153. ACCESS TO INVESTIGATION. (a) To implement an investigation of reported abuse, neglect, or exploitation, the probate court, or the county court when no probate court exists, may authorize entry of the place of residence of the elderly person or person with a disability.
(b) A peace officer shall accompany and assist the person making a court-ordered entry under this section, if in the opinion of the court such action is necessary.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 907, Sec. 15, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.267, eff. April 2, 2015.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 2 - Human Services and Protective Services in General
Subtitle D - Department of Family and Protective Services; Child Welfare and Protective Services
Subchapter D. Investigations by All Agencies
Section 48.151. Action on Report
Section 48.1521. Investigation of Complex Cases
Section 48.1522. Reports of Criminal Conduct to Law Enforcement Agency
Section 48.1523. Management Review Following Certain Investigations
Section 48.153. Access to Investigation
Section 48.154. Access to Records or Documents
Section 48.155. Interference With Investigation or Services Prohibited