Texas Human Resources Code 245.102 – Extension Order
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(a) A panel may extend the length of the child’s stay as provided by § 245.101(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 § 245.101 on the child’s completion of the additional term of stay.
Terms Used In Texas Human Resources Code 245.102
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
(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 § 245.101(a)(1) or release the child under supervision under § 245.051 as provided by § 245.101(a)(2).