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Penal Code §9.62
In force on Sep 01, 1994 · this text took effect Sep 01, 1994 · same as today's text
EDUCATOR-STUDENT
The use of force, but not deadly force, against a person is justified:
(1) if the actor is entrusted with the care, supervision, or administration of the person for a special purpose; and
(2) when and to the degree the actor reasonably believes the force is necessary to further the special purpose or to maintain discipline in a group.
History: Acts 1973, 63rd Leg., p. 883, ch. 399, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1974. Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 900, Sec. 1.01, eff. Sept. 1, 1994.
Source: the Legislature's file server, seen Nov 08, 2026.
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- Effective Sep 01, 1994 · seen Nov 2026–Nov 2026
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