Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 140B.111 – Cooperation With Local Prosecutor
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(a) A local prosecutor who receives notice under Section 140B.110 may notify the attorney general of a related pending criminal investigation or prosecution.
(b) Notification to the attorney general under Subsection (a) must be in writing and describe or otherwise identify the defendant or suspect in the criminal investigation or proceeding.
Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 140B.111
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
(c) On receipt of notice described by Subsection (a), the attorney general shall coordinate and cooperate with the local prosecutor to ensure that the filing of an action under this chapter does not interfere with an ongoing criminal investigation or prosecution. The attorney general shall update the local prosecutor on matters affecting the action or the investigation.