Figure: 40 TAC §700.1311(b)
Child's Age Maximum Length of Stay
Five years or older 30 days.
Under five years Five workdays - unless the child is in the shelter with a sibling who is five years or older, or a minor parent, in which event the maximum length of stay is 30 days.
Less than 12 months Four days (96 hours) - unless the infant is in the shelter with a minor parent, in which event the maximum length of stay is 30 days.