Sections
Subchapter A General Provisions 8405.001 – 8405.004
Subchapter B Board of Directors 8405.051 – 8405.052
Subchapter C Powers and Duties 8405.101

Terms Used In Texas Special District Local Laws Code Chapter 8405 - Roman Forest Public Utility District No. 4

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Justice: when applied to a magistrate, means justice of the peace. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Reporter: Makes a record of court proceedings and prepares a transcript, and also publishes the court's opinions or decisions (in the courts of appeals).
  • sworn: includes affirm or affirmed. See Texas Government Code 312.011