TX :: Child Protective Services Handbook :: 5600 Extended Court Jurisdiction When a Youth Turns 18 :: 5610 When a Youth Turns 18 in DFPS Conservatorship

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When a youth turns 18 in DFPS conservatorship; she or he becomes a young adult who may:

  •   remain in DFPS care through the Extended Foster Care Program;

  •   exit DFPS care into trial independence, which can last from 6 months to 12 months; or

  •   be referred to HHSC for guardianship.

All three circumstances involve the court’s extended jurisdiction. For an explanation of Extended Court Jurisdiction see the Extended Court Jurisdiction Resource GuidePDF Document.


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