Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 356 - FAMILY VIOLENCE PROGRAM
Subchapter B - SHELTER CENTERS
Division 6 - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Section 356.630 - Cooperation with Criminal Justice Officials
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
A center must develop and maintain a written plan that outlines efforts to cooperate with criminal justice officials in each county where services are provided, including:
(1) establishing an ongoing working relationship with local criminal justice officials;
(2) encouraging the justice system to develop policies and procedures that are responsive to the needs of victims of family violence and enhance collaboration among justice system agencies and service providers;
(3) pursuing opportunities to participate in the training of law enforcement officers and other criminal justice officials;
(4) providing information and education to law enforcement and criminal justice officials about the dynamics of family violence, services available, and support from the criminal justice system; and
(5) encouraging local criminal justice professionals to post signs and leave brochures in their offices about family violence and the availability of services.
