A child who is taken into custody for a traffic offense, a status offense (such as runaway), or other offense for which only a fine may be imposed, may be kept in a nonsecured custodial facility for processing. Which of the following actions violates Section 52.027, Texas Family Code?
a. Investigation that seeks to identify the child
b. Arrange transportation to the appropriate juvenile court
c. Because it is a nonsecured facility, temporarily handcuff the child to a chair to prevent escape
d. Conduct an investigation into the facts surrounding the child's conduct
e. Taking a thumb print when the child engaged in delinquent conduct
Answer: c. Because it is a nonsecured facility, temporarily handcuff the child to a chair to prevent escape
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