(a) A person who commits theft is liable for the damages resulting from the theft.
(b) A parent or other person who has the duty of control and reasonable discipline of a child is liable for theft committed by the child.

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Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 134.003

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005