(a) The judge shall charge the jury.
(b) The charge may be made orally or in writing, except that the charge shall be made in writing if required by other law.


Text of article effective on January 01, 2025

Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 45A.163

  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011