If a child dies while in the care of an operation subject to regulation by Child Care Regulation (CCR), CCI investigates to determine whether abuse, neglect, or exploitation was a factor in the child’s death.

If the fatality occurred while the child was in the care of an operation that is alleged to be operating illegally (without a permit or license), the investigator first determines whether the operation is subject to regulation (see 1152 Determining Whether an Operation Is Subject to Regulation). Then, the investigator does one of the following:

• If the operation is subject to regulation, the investigator investigates the fatality.
• If the operation is not subject to regulation, the investigator follows the requirements in 1151 Referring Additional Allegations to Appropriate Agencies During an Ongoing Investigation.

Texas Family Code §264.513

Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Title 25, Chapter 49

Texas Health and Safety Code §671.001