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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 42.023

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

Before pronouncing sentence on a defendant convicted of a criminal offense, the judge may consider whether the defendant should be committed for care and treatment under § 462.081, Health and Safety Code.