Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 42.023

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

Section 42.023 - Judge May Consider Alternative Sentencing

Before pronouncing sentence on a defendant convicted of a criminal offense, the judge may consider whether the defendant should be committed for care and treatment under Section 462.081, Health and Safety Code.

Tex. Code Crim. Proc. § 42.023

Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 900, Sec. 5.03, eff. 9/1/1993.