I may not be reading it clearly. but 46.15 confuses me. It says that 46.02 does not apply if (8) does that exclude 46.02 (1)?
I may not be reading it clearly. but 46.15 confuses me. It says that 46.02 does not apply if (8) does that exclude 46.02 (1)?
It means you're exempt under TWO statutes.
What two statutes?
I am 47 years old, and the age of majority when I was in High School was 18. 17 for criminal justice matters.
Still is.
10 to be criminally responsible in the Juvenile Justice System)
14 to solo in a glider
14 to be employed (exceptions for things like TV and movies)
15 to obtain a Driver License (instruction permit)
16 to marry with parental consent
16 to obtain a Private Pilots license
17 To be an adult in the criminal justice system ( and can no longer be a runaway)
17 to Join the military with parental permission
18 to serve alcohol (16 in wine only package stores)
18 to get a driver license without other training
18 to join the military without parental consent
18 to Vote
18 to be a Texas Peace Officer IF he has 60 hours of college or an honorable discharge from the Military
18 to be an Armed Guard
18 to obtain a CHL if military
21 age to consume alcohol (unless accompanied by adult parent, spouse or guardian)
21 to obtain a CHL
21 Age to be a Texas Peace Officer
25 age to be a US representative
30 age to be a US Senator
35 age to be US President
More?
Unless it has been changed and I never heard about it, for Contract Law in Texas, a minor is under 21 years of age.
Anyone who enters into a contractual arrangement with an 18, 19, or 20 year old, is entering into an agreement with a minor, and a minor can not be held to a contract agreement, but a minor can hold the adult to the terms of the contract. The contract is non-binding to the minor, but is binding to the adult.
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Way back when I went to High School in Pasadena, Texas, they taught this stuff, I just happen to remember things like this.
[URL="http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/SOTWDocs/CP/htm/CP.129.htm"][url]http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/SOTWDocs/CP/htm/CP.129.htm[/URL][/URL]Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Sec. 129.001. AGE OF MAJORITY. The age of majority in this state is 18 years.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.
Sec. 129.002. RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES, OR OBLIGATIONS. A law, rule, or ordinance enacted or adopted before August 27, 1973, that extends a right, privilege, or obligation to an individual on the basis of a minimum age of 19, 20, or 21 years shall be interpreted as prescribing a minimum age of 18 years.
Reminder to self: Never argue Texas law with txinvestigator.
Most of us figured that out real quick like.
That is from 1889. For at least 30 years the age of majority in Texas has been 18. AN 18 year old can enter into a binding contract.
From the CURRENT law;
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After reaching the age of majority, a person is permitted to vote, make a valid will, enter into binding contract, etc.
18 year olds can rent apartments, enter into deeds, and enter into other contracts.
We live under current law, not 19th century law.
I did too. I just like to remind him every now and again that his expertise is extremely appreciated.
No. That law was last amended then. When I was a Junior in High School (1977) the age of majority was 18. I learned that in a Business Law class then. I entered into contracts long before 1985.So that was changed, was 21 years of age up until 1985, and was drooped to 18 years of age in 1985.
Danton;107542 One thing in particular I found incredulous: We were told that if we use our weapons said:will[/i] be arrested - no exceptions - and have to post bond, retain an attorney to prove to the Grand Jury that we acted in self-defense, etc.
A person is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. In Texas, no person can be prosecuted for a felony except upon an indictment (also called a true bill) by a Grand Jury. Grand Juries do not decide on matters of guilt or innocence, nor do you have to prove to one that you were justified in your actions. By the same token, a no-bill by a GJ does not mean you were justified. A Grand Jury simply determines if there is probable cause for you to be tried for a crime.It was my impression that TX is not a "mandatory homicide" state (like CA), where you're guilty of murder/attempted murder if you use a firearm until you prove your own innocence, regardless of the circumstances (i.e. the perp has more rights than the victim). Is this true?
Shooting a person with a gun clearly falls within that statute. Without talking about self-defense yet, if you DO cause the death of another, then all the prosecution must do is prove the elements of one of the above to obtain a conviction.Texas Penal Code
Sec. 19.01. TYPES OF CRIMINAL HOMICIDE. (a) A person commits criminal homicide if he intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, or with criminal negligence causes the death of an individual.
Sec. 19.02. MURDER.
(b) A person commits an offense if he:
(1) intentionally or knowingly causes the death of an individual;
(2) intends to cause serious bodily injury and commits an act clearly dangerous to human life that causes the death of an individual
Basically what all of that means is you have to provide evidence that you met the requirements of chapter 9. If you do, and there is reasonable doubt on the issue, then the jury is instructed that they must acquit.Sec. 2.03. DEFENSE. (a) A defense to prosecution for an offense in this code is so labeled by the phrase: "It is a defense to prosecution . . . ."
(b) The prosecuting attorney is not required to negate the existence of a defense in the accusation charging commission of the offense.
(c) The issue of the existence of a defense is not submitted to the jury unless evidence is admitted supporting the defense.
(d) If the issue of the existence of a defense is submitted to the jury, the court shall charge that a reasonable doubt on the issue requires that the defendant be acquitted.
(e) A ground of defense in a penal law that is not plainly labeled in accordance with this chapter has the procedural and evidentiary consequences of a defense.
Google any of the Penal Code terms or sections I mentioned.Any help in finding this legislation on-line is greatly appreciated. This is my first posting. Great site! Thanks.