Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 19A.303

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.

Section 19A.303 - Bailiff's Violation of Duty

(a) A bailiff may not:

(1) take part in the discussions or deliberations of the grand jury; or

(2) be present when the grand jury is discussing or voting on a question.

(b) The grand jury shall report to the court any violation of duty by a bailiff. The court may punish the bailiff for the violation as for contempt.

Tex. Code Crim. Proc. § 19A.303

Added by Acts 2019, Texas Acts of the 86th Leg.- Regular Session, ch. TBD,Sec. 1.03, eff. 1/1/2021.