(b) A peace officer who provides assistance under Subsection (a) of this article is not:
(1) civilly liable for an act or omission of the officer that arises in connection with providing the assistance or determining whether to provide the assistance; or
(2) civilly or criminally liable for the wrongful appropriation of any personal property by the victim.
Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 565, Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 1995.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 1 - Code of Criminal Procedure
Chapter 5 - Family Violence Prevention
Article 5.01. Legislative Statement
Article 5.03. Family or Household Relationship Does Not Create an Exception to Official Duties
Article 5.04. Duties of Peace Officers
Article 5.045. Standby Assistance; Liability
Article 5.05. Reports and Records