(a) In this article, “parent” means a natural or adoptive parent, managing or possessory conservator, or legal guardian. The term does not include a parent whose parental rights have been terminated.
(b) This article applies to a defendant who has not had the disabilities of minority removed and has been charged with an offense under § 43.261, Penal Code.

Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 6.10

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
  • Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.

(c) The judge of a county court:
(1) must take the defendant’s plea in open court; and
(2) shall issue a summons to compel the defendant’s parent to be present during:
(A) the taking of the defendant’s plea; and
(B) all other proceedings relating to the case.
(d) If a county court finds that a defendant has committed an offense under § 43.261, Penal Code, the court may enter an order requiring the defendant to attend and successfully complete an educational program described by § 37.218, Education Code, or another equivalent educational program.
(e) A court that enters an order under Subsection (d) shall require the defendant or the defendant’s parent to pay the cost of attending an educational program under Subsection (d) if the court determines that the defendant or the defendant’s parent is financially able to make payment.

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