Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 24.21 – Stating Bail in Subpoena
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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 24.21
- 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.
- Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
The court or magistrate issuing said subpoena may direct therein the amount of the bail to be required. The officer may fix the amount if not specified, and in either case, shall require sufficient security, to be approved by himself.