Texas · Texas Penal Code
Tex. Penal Code § 39.04: VIOLATIONS OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS OF PERSON IN CUSTODY; IMPROPER SEXUAL ACTIVITY WITH PERSON IN CUSTODY OR UNDER SUPERVISION
Felony
What this law says, in plain English
Correctional or juvenile facility staff, volunteers, or peace officers commit an offense by intentionally denying custody rights or engaging in sexual contact with persons in custody.
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