Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 5.03 – Family or Household Relationship Does Not Create an Exception to Official Duties
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A general duty prescribed for an officer by Chapter 2 of this code is not waived or excepted in any family violence case or investigation because of a family or household relationship between an alleged violator and the victim of family violence. A peace officer’s or a magistrate’s duty to prevent the commission of criminal offenses, including acts of family violence, is not waived or excepted because of a family or household relationship between the potential violator and victim.
Text of article effective until January 01, 2025