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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 14.02

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.

A peace officer may arrest, without warrant, when a felony or breach of the peace has been committed in the presence or within the view of a magistrate, and such magistrate verbally orders the arrest of the offender.