§ 67.001 Definitions

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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 67 > Subchapter A - General Provisions

  • Justice: when applied to a magistrate, means justice of the peace. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
  • Property: means real and personal property. See Texas Government Code 311.005
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.