(a) In this article, “parent” means a natural or adoptive parent, managing or possessory conservator, or legal guardian. The term does not include a parent whose parental rights have been terminated.
(b) If a judge grants community supervision to a defendant who is convicted of or charged with an offense under § 43.261, Penal Code, the judge may require as a condition of community supervision that the defendant attend and successfully complete an educational program described by § 37.218, Education Code, or another equivalent educational program.

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Terms Used In Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 42A.512

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.

(c) The court shall require the defendant or the defendant’s parent to pay the cost of attending an educational program under Subsection (b) if the court determines that the defendant or the defendant’s parent is financially able to make payment.

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