Attorney's Note

Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
Class C misdemeanorup to $500
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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 2A.203

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

Not later than the 30th day after the date a court clerk issues a warrant or capias, the sheriff:
(1) shall report to the National Crime Information Center each warrant or capias issued for a defendant charged with a felony who fails to appear in court when summoned; and
(2) may report to the National Crime Information Center each warrant or capias issued for a defendant charged with a misdemeanor other than a Class C misdemeanor who fails to appear in court when summoned.


Text of article effective on January 01, 2025