11.35 – FURTHER PENALTY FOR DISOBEYING WRIT. Any person
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure § 11.35
Summary
This law imposes civil penalties on individuals who disobey a writ of habeas corpus. Specifically, it allows the detained party to sue for damages of fifty dollars for each day of unlawful detention beyond three days after the writ is served.
Civil action can be initiated by the detained party.
Penalties of $50 per day for illegal detention apply.
Disobedience is defined as detention beyond three days after service.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's FURTHER PENALTY FOR DISOBEYING WRIT. Any person law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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