13.38 – VENUE FOR PROTECTIVE ORDER OFFENSES. The venue for
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure § 13.38
Summary
This law establishes the venue for prosecuting offenses related to protective orders. It allows prosecution in the county where the protective order was issued or where the offense occurred, regardless of the court's location.
Venue is in the county of the protective order issuance.
Offenses can also be prosecuted in the county where they occurred.
Applies to specific Penal Code offenses related to protective orders.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's VENUE FOR PROTECTIVE ORDER OFFENSES. The venue for 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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