Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 31A.002 – Court Required to Change Venue in Certain Sexual Assault Cases
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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 31A.002
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
- Venue: The geographical location in which a case is tried.
In a sexual assault case, a district court shall order a change of venue when necessary to secure a speedy trial.
Text of article effective on January 01, 2025