Texas Government Code 507.031 – Furlough Program
Current as of: 2024 | Check for updates
|
Other versions
(a) The director of a state jail felony facility may grant a furlough to a defendant so that the defendant may:
(1) obtain a medical diagnosis or medical treatment;
(2) obtain treatment and supervision at a facility operated by the Health and Human Services Commission;
(3) attend a funeral or visit a critically ill relative; or
(4) participate in a programmatic activity sanctioned by the state jail division.
(b) The state jail division shall adopt policies for the administration of the furlough program.
Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| State jail felony | between 180 days and 2 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Government Code 507.031
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
(c) A defendant furloughed under this section is considered to be in the custody of the state jail division, even if the defendant is not under physical guard while furloughed.