17.16 – DISCHARGE OF LIABILITY; SURRENDER OR INCARCERATION
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure § 17.16
Summary
This law allows a surety to discharge their liability before forfeiture by surrendering the accused to law enforcement or providing verification of the accused's incarceration. It primarily affects sureties involved in bail agreements and the accused individuals they represent.
Sureties can relieve liability before forfeiture.
Options include surrendering the accused or providing incarceration verification.
Applies to cases where prosecution is pending in the county.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's DISCHARGE OF LIABILITY; SURRENDER OR INCARCERATION 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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