The governing board of the facility shall require that written
policies and procedures exist governing the operation of all secure
juvenile pre-adjudication detention and post-adjudication correctional
facilities in the county. The policies, procedures, and practices
of the facility shall include:
(1) policies that strictly prohibit:
(A) abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a resident,
as defined in Texas Family Code §261.001 and §261.401, by
any individual having contact with a resident of the facility;
(B) youth-on-youth sexual conduct;
(C) violations of the code of ethics as outlined in
Chapter 345 of this title;
(D) violations of any professional code of ethics or
conduct by any individual providing services to or having contact
with residents of the facility; and
(2) a zero-tolerance policy and practice regarding
sexual abuse as defined by Chapter 358 of this title. The policy shall
provide for administrative disciplinary sanctions and/or referral
for criminal prosecution.
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