Tex. Code of Crim. Proc. Article 7.15
May Order Protection

When, from the nature of the case and the proof offered to the magistrate, it may appear necessary and proper, he shall have a right to order any peace officer to protect the person or property of any individual threatened; and such peace officer shall have the right to summon aid by requiring any number of citizens of his county to assist in giving the protection.
Acts 1965, 59th Leg., vol. 2, p. 317, ch. 722.

Source: Article 7.15 — May Order Protection, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/CR/htm/CR.­7.­htm#7.­15 (accessed May 26, 2025).

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