Tex.
Human Resources Code Section 245.102
Extension Order
(a)
A panel may extend the length of the child’s stay as provided by Section 245.101 (Completion of Minimum Length of Stay; Panel)(a)(3) only if the panel determines by majority vote and on the basis of clear and convincing evidence that:(1)
the child is in need of additional rehabilitation from the department; and(2)
the department will provide the most suitable environment for that rehabilitation.(b)
In extending the length of a child’s stay, the panel must specify the additional period of time that the child is to remain in the custody of the department and must conduct an additional review and determination as provided by Section 245.101 (Completion of Minimum Length of Stay; Panel) on the child’s completion of the additional term of stay.(c)
If the panel determines that the child’s length of stay should not be extended, the department must discharge the child from the custody of the department as provided by Section 245.101 (Completion of Minimum Length of Stay; Panel)(a)(1) or release the child under supervision under Section 245.051 (Release Under Supervision) as provided by Section 245.101 (Completion of Minimum Length of Stay; Panel)(a)(2).
Source:
Section 245.102 — Extension Order, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/HR/htm/HR.245.htm#245.102 (accessed Jun. 5, 2024).
