Texas Government Code 54.741 – Forfeitures
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Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 180 days | up to $2,000 |
| Class C misdemeanor | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Texas Government Code 54.741
- Justice: when applied to a magistrate, means justice of the peace. See Texas Government Code 312.011
Bail bonds and personal bonds may be forfeited by the criminal law magistrate court in the manner provided by Chapter 22, Code of Criminal Procedure, and those forfeitures shall be filed with:
(1) the district clerk if associated with a felony case;
(2) the county clerk if associated with a Class A or Class B misdemeanor case; or
(3) the same justice court clerk associated with the Class C misdemeanor case in which the bond was originally filed.