Texas Occupations Code 1704.201 – Acceptance of License Holder Bail Bonds
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Terms Used In Texas Occupations Code 1704.201
- Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
A sheriff shall accept or approve a bail bond executed by a license holder in the county in which the license holder is licensed if:
(1) the bond is for a county or district case;
(2) the bond is executed in accordance with this chapter and the rules adopted by the board; and
(3) a bail bond is required as a condition of release of the defendant for whom the bond is executed.