Texas Government Code 501.026 – Limitation On Certain Searches
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The department shall adopt a policy regarding a search of any room or other area that occurs while a female inmate who is not fully clothed is present in the room or area. The policy must:
(1) require that the search be conducted by a female correctional officer if one is available;
(2) include staffing procedures to ensure the availability of female officers; and
(3) provide that if it is necessary for a male correctional officer to conduct the search, the officer must submit a written report explaining the reasons for the search to the warden not later than 72 hours after the search.