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Sunday, September 4, 2011

GALVESTON COURT NUMBERS, LOCATIONS, INFORMATION, EMERGENCY, POLICE

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FREE GALVESTON, TEXAS & GALVESTON COUNTY COURT INFORMATION

About the Author: This FREE GALVESTON COUNTY COURT INFORMATION was prepared by GALVESTON, Texas Lawyer Andy Nolen.

GALVESTON, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer Andy Nolen represents clients charged with  crimes in State and Federal courts in Houston,  Beaumont,  San Antonio, Waco, Dallas, Ft. Worth, Tyler, Sherman, Del Rio, Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Mc Allen, El Paso, Hempstead,  GALVESTON, Texas  and all counties in Texas. The law firm of Andy Nolen has it's principal office  in Houston, Texas; however, Attorney Andy Nolen appears in all criminal, juvenile, and family courts in Texas.
This free information is neither intended as a solicitation for employment nor as legal advice.  Questions or comments about this post can be directed to Andy Nolen at 713-697-4373.

Galveston was named for Bernardo de Gálvez, a Spanish colonial governor and general. Gálvez sent Jose de Evia to chart the Gulf of Mexico from the Texas coast to New Orleans, and on July 23, 1786, de Evia charted an area near the mouth of a river and named it Galveston Bay. Later, the island and city took the same name. Bernardo de Gálvez died the same year, never setting foot on his namesake island.
Jack Roady  
GALVESTON COUNTY
CRIMINAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY

GALVESTON COUNTY CRIMINAL JUSTICE CENTER
600 59th Street, Suite 1001
GALVESTON TX    77551-4137
409-766-2355
OFFICE HOURS:  8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MONDAY through FRIDAY 

County Court One is a statutory county court-at-law with jurisdiction over criminal misdemeanor cases, family and juvenile matters, as well as civil lawsuits
   The court is located on the second floor of The Galveston County Justice Center.
Judge  John Grady
600 59th Street, Suite 2304
Galveston, Texas 77551-4180
FAX (409) 765-2945

County Court Two is a statutory county court, with jurisdiction over criminal misdemeanor cases, family and juvenile matters, as well as civil lawsuits
   The court is located on the second floor of the Galveston County Justice Center

                                                            Judge Barbara Roberts    

600 59th Street  Suite 2204
Galveston, Texas 77551-4180
(409) 766-2405
FAX: (409) 795-3034
Houston (281) 316-8300 X 2405

County Court Three is a statutory county court, with jurisdiction over misdemeanor cases, family and juvenile matters, as well as civil cases.
   The court is located on the second floor of The Galveston County Justice Center
                                                             Judge Christopher Dupuy    

600 59th Street Suite 2205
Galveston, Texas 77551-4180
(409) 621-7920
Fax (409) 765-3154



10th Judicial District Court        Honorable David Garner,  Judge
56th Judicial District Court  Honorable Lonnie Cox,  Judge
122nd Judicial District Court     Honorable John Ellisor,  Judge
212th Judicial District Court  Honorable Susan Criss,  Judge
    306th Judicial District Court        Honorable Janis L. Yarbrough,  Judge
    405th Judicial District Court        Honorable Wayne Mallia,  Judge


The Galveston County Office of Emergency Management is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive emergency program for Galveston County. This Plan addresses disaster mitigation, planning and preparedness, response to, and recovery from large scale emergencies and disasters that may affect our local area. The intent of this program is to minimize the impact of disasters, provide necessary disaster operations, and to enable an effective disaster recovery.

Contact Information - Staff Directory

City Services
The City of Galveston provides a host of Services that help to make life in Galveston more pleasant.
Building
(409) 797-3620
Grants and Housing
(409) 797-3820
Island Transit
(409) 797-3900
Dial-A-Ride Services
(409) 797-3909
Municipal Airport
(409) 741-4609
Municipal Court
(409) 765-3740
Municipal Garage Facility
24 Hour Number:
(409) 797-3928
Director:
(409) 797-3920
Parks and Recreation
(409) 621-3177
Planning and Community Development
(409) 797-3660
Public Safety
(409) 765-3790
Public Works
(409) 797-3630
ECO Center
(Recycling Center)
(409) 741-1446
Public Safety
Emergency Management
Manager: Charlie Kelly, (409) 765-3725
Contingency Planning, coordination of local agencies, provision of emergency information services.
Fire:
Chief: Jeff Smith, (409) 797-3850
Suppression, Fire Prevention, Training
www.Galvestonfire.com
Police:
Police Chief: Charles Wiley, (409) 765-3790
Criminal Investigation, Administrative Support, Vice and Narcotics, Identification and Records, Patrol and Traffic, Training, Community Relations, Communications, Abandoned Autos
Animal Control Division:
(409) 765-3702
Galveston Municipal Court

General Information:

Hours:
The Galveston Municipal Court's working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, the Court is in session to hear cases every Monday thru Friday, except holidays, beginning at 8:00 a.m.

Lobby Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Phone Hours:
Phone lines are answered between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Location:
The Galveston Municipal Court is located at 601 54th Street, Suite 300 in Galveston, TX. View map.

Mailing Address:
601 54th Street, Suite 300
Galveston, TX 77551
(409) 765-3740

Personnel:
Presiding Judge:
Hon. Judge Jim Schweitzer
Alternate Judge:
Hon. Judge Margaret Hindman
Municipal Court Clerk:
Julie Fox
Prosecutor:
Robert Barfield
Special Rules and Procedures for Juveniles and Minors
All juveniles, 16 years and under, charged with any offense, must appear with a parent before the Municipal Court Judge at 8:00 A.M. on the court date set by court personnel. You will be notified of your court date by mail, at the address given on your citation.

Violators wishing to enter a plea of not guilty must contact the Municipal Court in writing within 10 days prior to the given ticket due date at the bottom of the citation. No case will be set on the Court's Contested Docket unless a request for same has been received

Request for continuance of a contested hearing must be filed in writing with the Court at least 5 working days prior to the scheduled court date as the Judge must approve this continuance.
Minors Charged with Possession of Alcohol or Tobacco Offenses
State law requires an open court appearance of all defendants charged with these type offenses. Violators under the age of 18 must appear with a parent before the Municipal Court Judge at 8:00 A.M. on the ticket due date unless otherwise notified. Such cases will be set for a plea by court personnel. You will be notified of your court date by mail at the address given on your citation.

Violators wishing to enter a plea of not guilty must contact the Municipal Court in writing within 10 days prior to the given ticket due date at the bottom of the citation. No case will be set on the Court's Contested Docket unless a request for same has been received.

Request for continuance of a contested hearing must be filed in writing with the Court at least 5 working days prior to the scheduled court date as the Judge must approve this continuance.


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Wednesday, July 27, 2011

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR ARRESTED IN FORT BEND COUNTY

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RICHMOND, TEXAS & FORT BEND COUNTY CRIMINAL LAWYERS

Texas Criminal Defense Attorneys

These Richmond, Texas Criminal Defense Attorneys have handled over 6000 cases and have a collective 36 years experience defending adults and  juveniles in criminal, juvenile, and family courts  in Fort Bend County and throughout the State of Texas.

This Richmond, Texas Lawyer is Board Certified in Juvenile Law by the State of Texas.
These Richmond, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers  represent clients charged with  crimes in State and Federal courts in Houston, Galveston, Richmond, Richmond, Texas, Beaumont, Austin, San Antonio, Waco, Dallas, Ft. Worth, Tyler, Sherman, Del Rio, Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Mc Allen, El Paso, Hempstead,  Richmond, Texas  and all counties in Texas.

These Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Attorneys have over 36 years collective experience representing persons accused of committing criminal violations of State and Federal law. Together, they have been the attorneys of record in over 6000 cases and are anticipating their 1000th case dismissal.

These Richmond, Texas Criminal Attorneys treat every person they represent as if they were a friend and neighbor.   When you call, likely an Attorney will answer your call themselves.  You will be dealing with Attorneys, not secretaries, assistants, or answering machines.

If they can be of any assistance, or you just want to talk about your situation, look them up.


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Court at Law 1
Mailing Address:
301 Jackson, Room 101
Richmond, TX. 77469
Street Address:
117 Legion Dr.
Richmond, TX. 77469
Phone: (281) 633-7415

Court at Law 1
Judge
Honorable David S. Hunter, Judge
117 Legion Dr.
Richmond, TX. 77469
County Court at Law No.1
301 Jackson, Room 101
Richmond, TX. 77469
(281) 633-7415
Staff
Terrance Shelton, Bailiff
Telephone: (281) 633-7411
Regina Green, Court Coordinator
Telephone: (281) 633-7415
Stephanie A. Webb, Court Reporter
Telephone: (281) 633-7416
Lynelle Eixmann, Probate Auditor
Telephone: (281) 633-7413
Court at Law 2
Judge
Honorable Walter S. McMeans,

William Travis Bldg.
309 South Fourth Street, 3rd Floor
Richmond, TX. 77469
Mailing Address
301 Jackson, Room 101
Richmond, TX. 77469
(281) 341-4446

Staff
Ed Thornton, Bailiff
Telephone: (281) 341-4448
Virginia Rosas, Court Coordinator
Telephone: 281-341-4446
Patricia Dillender, Court Reporter
Telephone: 281-341-4447
Court at Law 3
Judge
Honorable Susan G. Lowery,

William Travis Bldg.
309 South Fourth Street, 4th Floor
Richmond, TX. 77469
Mailing Address
County Court at Law No.3
301 Jackson, Room 101
Richmond, TX. 77469
(281) 341-4430
Staff
Roger Thomson, Bailiff
Telephone: 281-344-3924
Annie Rebecca Elliott, Court Coordinator
Telephone: (281) 341-4430
Yvonne Compean, Court Reporter
Telephone: (281) 344-3915
Sandy Hickman, Probate Auditor
Telephone: (281) 344-3912
Court at Law 4
Judge
Honorable R.H. "Sandy" Bielstein,
County Court at Law No.4
301 Jackson, Room 101
Richmond, TX 77469
(281) 341-4501
Staff
Dale Kelley, Bailiff
Telephone: (281) 238-3278
Esther Ramirez, Court Coordinator
Telephone: (281) 341-4501
Roger Adair, Court Reporter
Telephone: (281) 238-3298
Claude "Buck" Berry, Probate Auditor
Telephone: 281-238-3297

240th Judicial District Court
Judge Thomas R. Culver, III
301 Jackson Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-341-8600
Office: 401 Jackson, Room 204
Courtroom: 401 Jackson, Room

268th Judicial District Court
Judge Brady G. Elliott
301 Jackson
Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-341-8610
Office: 309 S 4th St., Suite 430
Courtroom: 309 S 4th St., Suite 408
328th Judicial District Court
Judge Ronald R. Pope
301 Jackson
Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-341-4406
Office: 401 Jackson, Room 307
Courtroom: 401 Jackson, Room 306
387th Judicial District Court
Judge Robert J. Kern
301 Jackson
Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-238-3290
Office: 401 Jackson, Room 211
Courtroom: 401 Jackson, Room 210
400th Judicial District Court
Judge Clifford J. Vacek
301 Jackson
Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-341-4422
Office: 309 S 4th Street, Suite 600
Courtroom: 309 S 4th Street, Suite 605
328th Judicial District Court
Associate Judge James H. Shoemake
301 Jackson
Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-341-4409
Office: 401 Jackson, Room 307
Courtroom: 401 Jackson, Room 301
387th Judicial District Courts
Associate Judge Brenda G. Mullinix
301 Jackson
Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-238-3290
Office: 401 Jackson, Room 101-B
Courtroom: 401 Jackson, Room 103
District Attorney
John F. Healey, Jr., District Attorney
301 Jackson Street - Richmond, TX 77469
281-342-3411
Sheriff's Office
Address: 1410 Ransom Road
Richmond, TX 77469
Office: 281-341-4700
Fax: 281-341-4701

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Busted in Brazoria County? Angleton?

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ANGLETON & BRAZORIA COUNTY CRIMINAL LAWYERS

Texas Criminal Defense Attorneys

These Angleton Criminal Defense Attorneys have handled over 6000 cases and have a collective 38 years experience defending adults and  juveniles in criminal, juvenile, and family courts  in Brazoria County and throughout the State of Texas.

This Angleton Lawyer is Board Certified in Juvenile Law by the State of Texas.
These Angleton Criminal Defense Lawyers represent clients charged with  crimes in State and Federal courts in Houston, Galveston, Richmond, Angleton, Beaumont, Austin, San Antonio, Waco, Dallas, Ft. Worth, Tyler, Sherman, Del Rio, Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Mc Allen, El Paso, Hempstead, Angleton, Conroe  and all counties in Texas.

These Brazoria County Criminal Defense Attorneys have over 38 years collective experience representing persons accused of committing criminal violations of State and Federal law. Together, they have been the attorneys of record in over 6000 cases and are anticipating their 1000th case dismissal.

These Angleton Criminal Attorneys treat every person they represent as if they were a friend and neighbor.   When you call, likely an Attorney will answer your call themselves.  You will be dealing with Attorneys, not secretaries, assistants, or answering machines.

If we can be of any assistance, or you just want to talk about your situation, look them up.


Angleton, Brazoria County, Texas

Brazoria County Court
Street Address:
111 E Locust St,
Angleton, TX, 77515
Phone:(979) 849-5711
Map

District Courts:
239th District Court:The Honorable Patrick Sebesta - Phone 281-756-1256
300th District Court:The Honorable Randy Hufstetler - Phone 281-756-1227
412th District Court:The Honorable Ed Denman - Phone 281-756-1915
County Courts:
County Court & Probate #1:The Honorable Jerri Lee Mills - Phone 281-756-1260
County Court & Probate #2 :The Honorable Marc Holder - Phone 281-756-1571
County Court & Probate #3 :The Honorable James Blackstock - Phone 281-756-1603

District Attorney:Jeri Yenne - Phone 281-756-1230
District Clerk:Jerry Deere - Phone 281-756-1316
County Clerk:Joyce Hudman - Phone 281-756-1380
Sheriff’s Office:Charles Wagner - Phone 281-756-2214

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Underage drinking at houston restaurants

Juveniles in houston texas off and go to local restaurants in order to obtain alcohol.  The man pictured is actually 21 years of age.  Juveniles charged with underage drinking need the help of a Houston juvenile defense lawyer. If you need a board certified Houston juvenile attorney, look him up.

Monday, January 31, 2011

EDUCATION CODE GENERAL PROVISIONS

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TITLE 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sec. 1.001. APPLICABILITY. (a) This code applies to all educational institutions supported in whole or in part by state tax funds unless specifically excluded by this code.(b) Except as provided by Chapter 18, Chapter 19, Subchapter A of Chapter 29, Subchapter E of Chapter 30, or Chapter 30A, this code does not apply to students, facilities, or programs under the jurisdiction of the Department of Aging and Disability Services, the Department of State Health Services, the Health and Human Services Commission, the Texas Youth Commission, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, a Job Corps program operated by or under contract with the United States Department of Labor, or any juvenile probation agency.


Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 260, Sec. 1, eff. May 30, 1995.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 377, Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2005.Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1328, Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009.



Sec. 1.002. EQUAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES OR OPPORTUNITIES. (a) An educational institution undertaking to provide education, services, or activities to any individual within the jurisdiction or geographical boundaries of the educational institution shall provide equal opportunities to all individuals within its jurisdiction or geographical boundaries pursuant to this code.(b) An educational institution may not deny services to any individual eligible to participate in a school district's special education program as provided by Section 29.003, but the educational institution shall provide individuals with disabilities special educational services as authorized by law or, where expressly authorized, assist in and contribute toward the provision of appropriate special educational services in cooperation with other educational institutions and other appropriate agencies, institutions, or departments.

Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 260, Sec. 1, eff. May 30, 1995.



Sec. 1.003. THE FLYING OF THE UNITED STATES AND TEXAS FLAGS. On all regular school days, every school and other educational institution to which this code applies shall fly the United States and Texas flags.

Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 260, Sec. 1, eff. May 30, 1995.



Sec. 1.004. DISPLAY OF NATIONAL MOTTO. A public elementary or secondary school or an institution of higher education as defined by Section 61.003 may display the United States national motto, "In God We Trust," in each classroom, auditorium, and cafeteria.

Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 412, Sec. 1, eff. June 20, 2003.



Sec. 1.005. EDUCATION RESEARCH CENTERS; SHARING STUDENT INFORMATION. (a) In this section:(1) "Center" means a center for education research authorized by this section.(2) "Coordinating board" means the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.(b) The commissioner of education and the coordinating board may establish not more than three centers for education research for conducting research described by Subsections (e) and (f).(c) A center may be established as part of:(1) the Texas Education Agency;(2) the coordinating board; or(3) a public junior college, public senior college or university, or public state college, as those terms are defined by Section 61.003.(d) A center may be operated under a memorandum of understanding between the commissioner of education, the coordinating board, and the governing board of an educational institution described by Subsection (c)(3). The memorandum of understanding must require the commissioner of education, or a person designated by the commissioner, and the coordinating board, or a person designated by the coordinating board, to provide direct, joint supervision of the center under this section.(e) A center shall conduct research for the benefit of education in this state, including research relating to the impact of state and federal education programs, the performance of educator preparation programs, public school finance, and the best practices of school districts with regard to classroom instruction, bilingual education programs, special language programs, and business practices.(f) The commissioner of education and the coordinating board:(1) under the memorandum of understanding described by Subsection (d), may require a center to conduct certain research projects considered of particular importance to the state, as determined by the commissioner and the coordinating board;(2) not later than the 45th day before the date a research project required to be conducted under this subsection is scheduled to begin, shall notify the governor, the Legislative Budget Board, and the governing body of the educational institution in which the center is established that the research project is required; and(3) shall provide sufficient funds to finance the project.(g) In conducting research under this section, a center:(1) may use data on student performance, including data that is confidential under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 U.S.C. Section 1232g), the center has collected from the Texas Education Agency, the coordinating board, any public or private institution of higher education, and any school district; and(2) shall comply with rules adopted by the commissioner of education and the coordinating board to protect the confidentiality of student information, including rules establishing procedures to ensure that confidential student information is not duplicated or removed from a center in an unauthorized manner.(h) The commissioner of education and the coordinating board may:(1) accept gifts and grants to be used in operating one or more centers; and(2) by rule impose reasonable fees, as appropriate, for the use of a center's research, resources, or facilities.(i) This section does not authorize the disclosure of student information that may not be disclosed under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 U.S.C. Section 1232g).(j) The commissioner of education and the coordinating board shall adopt rules as necessary to implement this section.(k) In implementing this section, the commissioner of education may use funds appropriated to the agency and available for the purpose of establishing the centers. After a center is established, the center must be funded by gifts and grants accepted under Subsection (h)(1) and fees imposed under Subsection (h)(2). Fees adopted under Subsection (h)(2) must be set in an amount sufficient to provide for the continued operation of the center.

Added by Acts 2006, 79th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 5, Sec. 2.01, eff. May 31, 2006.






Friday, August 27, 2010

TEXAS LAW PROTECTS JUVENILES

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EQUAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES OR OPPORTUNITIES

Sec. 1.002. EQUAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES OR OPPORTUNITIES. (a) An educational institution undertaking to provide education, services, or activities to any individual within the jurisdiction or geographical boundaries of the educational institution shall provide equal opportunities to all individuals within its jurisdiction or geographical boundaries pursuant to this code.

(b) An educational institution may not deny services to any individual eligible to participate in a school district's special education program as provided by Section 29.003, but the educational institution shall provide individuals with disabilities special educational services as authorized by law or, where expressly authorized, assist in and contribute toward the provision of appropriate special educational services in cooperation with other educational institutions and other appropriate agencies, institutions, or departments.

Friday, May 28, 2010

§ 57.002 VICTIM'S RIGHTS

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Sec. 57.002.  VICTIM'S RIGHTS.  (a)  A victim, guardian of a victim, or close relative of a deceased victim is entitled to the following rights within the juvenile justice system:
(1)  the right to receive from law enforcement agencies adequate protection from harm and threats of harm arising from cooperation with prosecution efforts;
(2)  the right to have the court or person appointed by the court take the safety of the victim or the victim's family into consideration as an element in determining whether the child should be detained before the child's conduct is adjudicated;
(3)  the right, if requested, to be informed of relevant court proceedings, including appellate proceedings, and to be informed in a timely manner if those court proceedings have been canceled or rescheduled;
(4)  the right to be informed, when requested, by the court or a person appointed by the court concerning the procedures in the juvenile justice system, including general procedures relating to:
(A)  the preliminary investigation and deferred prosecution of a case; and
(B)  the appeal of the case;
(5)  the right to provide pertinent information to a juvenile court conducting a disposition hearing concerning the impact of the offense on the victim and the victim's family by testimony, written statement, or any other manner before the court renders its disposition;
(6)  the right to receive information regarding compensation to victims as provided by Subchapter B, Chapter 56, Code of Criminal Procedure, including information related to the costs that may be compensated under that subchapter and the amount of compensation, eligibility for compensation, and procedures for application for compensation under that subchapter, the payment of medical expenses under Section 56.06, Code of Criminal Procedure, for a victim of a sexual assault, and when requested, to referral to available social service agencies that may offer additional assistance;
(7)  the right to be informed, upon request, of procedures for release under supervision or transfer of the person to the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for parole, to participate in the release or transfer for parole process, to be notified, if requested, of the person's release, escape, or transfer for parole proceedings concerning the person, to provide to the Texas Youth Commission for inclusion in the person's file information to be considered by the commission before the release under supervision or transfer for parole of the person, and to be notified, if requested, of the person's release or transfer for parole;
(8)  the right to be provided with a waiting area, separate or secure from other witnesses, including the child alleged to have committed the conduct and relatives of the child, before testifying in any proceeding concerning the child, or, if a separate waiting area is not available, other safeguards should be taken to minimize the victim's contact with the child and the child's relatives and witnesses, before and during court proceedings;
(9)  the right to prompt return of any property of the victim that is held by a law enforcement agency or the attorney for the state as evidence when the property is no longer required for that purpose;
(10)  the right to have the attorney for the state notify the employer of the victim, if requested, of the necessity of the victim's cooperation and testimony in a proceeding that may necessitate the absence of the victim from work for good cause;
(11)  the right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the conduct of the child as provided by Section 54.08, subject to that section; and
(12)  any other right appropriate to the victim that a victim of criminal conduct has under Article 56.02, Code of Criminal Procedure.
(b)  In notifying a victim of the release or escape of a person, the Texas Youth Commission shall use the same procedure established for the notification of the release or escape of an adult offender under Article 56.11, Code of Criminal Procedure.

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