Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 2B.0252 – Use of Neck Restraints During Search or Arrest Prohibited
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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 2B.0252
- 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
A peace officer may not intentionally use a choke hold, carotid artery hold, or similar neck restraint in searching or arresting a person unless the restraint is necessary to prevent serious bodily injury to or the death of the officer or another person.
Text of article effective on January 01, 2025