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Implements for Escape

Chapter 38 of the Texas Penal Code defines offenses relating to the obstruction of governmental operation.

“Implements for Escape”, as per § 38.09 of the Texas Penal Code, occurs when a person, with intent to facilitate escape, he introduces into a correctional facility, or provides a person in custody or an inmate with, a deadly weapon or anything that may be useful for escape.

An offense under this section is a felony of the third degree unless the actor introduced or provided a deadly weapon, in which event the offense is a felony of the second degree.

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Third Degree Felony

Imprisonment in the institutional division for not more than 10 years or less than two years

In addition to imprisonment, may receive a fine not to exceed $10,000

Second Degree Felony

Imprisonment in the institutional division for not more than 20 years or less than two years

Punishment Range Third Degree Felony Imprisonment in the institutional division for not more than 10 years or less than two years In addition to imprisonment, may receive a fine not to exceed $10,000 Second Degree Felony Imprisonment in the institutional division for not more than 20 years or less than two years In addition to imprisonment, may receive a fine not to exceed $10,000 Back to Index About Our Firm Contact Us Request a Free Case Evaluation Let Us Put Our Experience to Work for You

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