Texas Health and Safety Code 483.071 – Exceptions; Burden of Proof
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(a) In a complaint, information, indictment, or other action or proceeding brought for the enforcement of this chapter, the state is not required to negate an exception, excuse, proviso, or exemption contained in this chapter.
(b) The defendant has the burden of proving the exception, excuse, proviso, or exemption.
Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 483.071
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.