Texas Criminal Procedure and Public Order Offenses

This comprehensive document provides an introduction to the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure (CCP), outlining its purpose as the rulebook for criminal justice administration in Texas and distinguishing its objectives from the Penal Code. It meticulously identifies various peace officers within Texas, including special categories like railroad and adjunct officers, and details their specific duties, powers, and limitations. Furthermore, the source offers a historical overview of the U.S. Constitution, from its origins and the deficiencies of the Articles of Confederation to the establishment of the three branches of government and the Bill of Rights. Finally, it examines specific constitutional amendments and related Texas statutes concerning individual freedoms, particularly focu ...