Texas Government Code 23.202 – Uniform Jury Handbook; Contents
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(a) The state bar shall publish a uniform jury handbook that:
(1) informs jurors in lay terminology of the duties and responsibilities of a juror;
(2) explains basic trial procedures and legal terminology; and
(3) provides other practical information relating to jury service.
(b) The state bar shall review and update the uniform jury handbook annually. A Spanish language version of the handbook shall be published and made available.
Terms Used In Texas Government Code 23.202
- Juror: A person who is on the jury.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.