13.291 – CREDIT CARD OR DEBIT CARD ABUSE. An offense under
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure § 13.291
Summary
This law allows for the prosecution of credit or debit card abuse in the county where the offense occurred or where the victim resides. It provides flexibility for victims and prosecutors in pursuing cases related to unlawful possession or use of their cards.
Prosecution can occur in the offense location or victim's residence county.
Applies to unlawful possession or use of credit/debit cards.
Enhances victim accessibility to legal recourse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Attorneys Choose FlawFinder
Side-by-side with Westlaw and LexisNexis
Feature
FlawFinder
Westlaw
LexisNexis
Monthly price
$19 - $99
$133 - $646
$153 - $399
Contract
None
1-3 year min
1-6 year min
Hidden fees
$0, always
Up to $469/search
$25/mo + per-doc
Police SOPs
✓ 310+ departments
✗
✗
Zero-hallucination AI
✓ CitationGuard
✗
✗
Cancel
One click
Termination fees
No option to cancel
Explain Like I'm 5
In simple terms: Learn about Texas's CREDIT CARD OR DEBIT CARD ABUSE. An offense under law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
FlawFinder provides legal information, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for specific legal guidance.