CERTAIN INVASIVE SEARCHES PROHIBITED.

Tex. GOV'T Code § 501.0665.
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(a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), any invasive body cavity search of a pregnant inmate shall be conducted by a medical professional. (b) A correctional officer may conduct an invasive body cavity search of a pregnant inmate only if the officer has a reasonable belief that the inmate is concealing contraband. An officer who conducts a search described by this section shall submit a written report to the warden not later than 72 hours after the search. The report must: (1) explain the reasons for the search; and (2) identify any contraband recovered in the search. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 123 (H.B. 650 ), Sec. 5, eff. September 1, 2019.
Source: TX Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Fetched: 6/29/2026