Texas Statutes
Article 35.27. Reimbursement of Nonresident Witnesses
Section 8. Advance for Expenses for Witnesses of Indigent Defendant

Sec. 8. ADVANCE FOR EXPENSES FOR WITNESSES OF INDIGENT DEFENDANT. Upon application by a defendant shown to be indigent and a showing to the court of reasonable necessity and materiality for the testimony of a witness residing outside the State, the court shall act pursuant to Section 6 hereof to secure advance of funds necessary for the attendance of such witness.