Tex. Code of Crim. Proc. Article 49.31
Applicability


This subchapter does not apply to an autopsy that:

(1)

is ordered by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or an authorized official of the department in accordance with Section 501.055 (Report of Inmate Death), Government Code; or

(2)

a justice of the peace or medical examiner determines is required under this chapter or other law.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 950 (H.B. 1009), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2011.

Source: Article 49.31 — Applicability, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/CR/htm/CR.­49.­htm#49.­31 (accessed Apr. 29, 2024).

Accessed:
Apr. 29, 2024

Art. 49.31’s source at texas​.gov