Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 45A.306

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011

If the defendant fails to present within the deferral period satisfactory evidence of compliance with the requirements imposed by the judge under this subchapter, the court shall:
(1) notify the defendant in writing, mailed to the address on file with the court or appearing on the notice to appear, of that failure; and
(2) require the defendant to appear at the time and place stated in the notice to show cause why the order of deferral should not be revoked.


Text of article effective on January 01, 2025