Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

Based on what you have written, there are certain rules and regulations which may protect patient and doctor communications. Additionally, there are certain rules and regulations which may require a doctor to disclose aspects to authorities if a child is in danger. If CPS has initiated an investigation, it sounds like to mother may want to obtain representation to ensure that her rights and her child's rights and interests are fully protected. Remember that CPS is out there to allegedly "protect" the child, but will always error on the side of caution in a questionable situation.

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