15.04 – RENUNCIATION DEFENSE. (a) It is an affirmative
Texas Penal Code § 15.04
Summary
This law provides an affirmative defense for individuals charged with an attempted crime if they can prove they voluntarily renounced their criminal intent and took steps to prevent the crime from occurring. It applies to those who abandon their criminal plans or take further actions to avert the offense.
Applies to attempted crimes under specific circumstances.
Requires voluntary and complete renunciation of criminal intent.
Defendant must show actions taken to prevent the crime.
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