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Terms Used In Texas Family Code 58.251

  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.

In this subchapter:
(1) “Electronic record” means an entry in a computer file or information on microfilm, microfiche, or any other electronic storage media.
(2) “Juvenile matter” means a referral to a juvenile court or juvenile probation department and all related court proceedings and outcomes, if any.
(3) “Physical record” means a paper copy of a record.
(4) “Record” means any documentation related to a juvenile matter, including information contained in that documentation.