Texas Government Code 62.113 – Compilation of List of Noncitizens
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(a) The clerk of the court shall maintain a list of the name and address of each person who is excused or disqualified under this subchapter from jury service because the person is not a citizen of the United States.
(b) On the third business day of each month, the clerk shall send a copy of the list of persons excused or disqualified because of citizenship in the previous month to:
(1) the voter registrar of the county;
(2) the secretary of state; and
(3) the county or district attorney for an investigation of whether the person committed an offense under § 13.007, Election Code, or other law.
Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C misdemeanor | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Texas Government Code 62.113
- Month: means a calendar month. See Texas Government Code 312.011
- Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005
- United States: includes a department, bureau, or other agency of the United States of America. See Texas Government Code 311.005
(c) A list compiled under this section may not be used for a purpose other than a purpose described by Subsection (b) or § 16.0332 or 18.068, Election Code.
(d) A person commits an offense if the person violates Subsection (c). An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor.
(e) The information required to be filed with the secretary of state under this section must be filed electronically. The secretary of state may waive this requirement on application for a waiver submitted by the clerk.