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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A local prosecutor who receives notice under Section 140B.110 may notify the attorney general of a related pending criminal investigation or prosecution.
(b) Notification to the attorney general under Subsection (a) must be in writing and describe or otherwise identify the defendant or suspect in the criminal investigation or proceeding.
(c) On receipt of notice described by Subsection (a), the attorney general shall coordinate and cooperate with the local prosecutor to ensure that the filing of an action under this chapter does not interfere with an ongoing criminal investigation or prosecution. The attorney general shall update the local prosecutor on matters affecting the action or the investigation.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code - CIV PRAC & REM § 140B.111. Cooperation With Local Prosecutor - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/civil-practice-and-remedies-code/civ-prac-rem-sect-140b-111/
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