Penal Code.
This chapter covers what a Texas peace officer must know about penal Code, along with the statute limits that shape each element, at the level of detail the TCOLE tests.
A few learning objectives from this chapter.
What recruits ask about this chapter.
How does the TCOLE curriculum describe organization of the Penal Code (PC)?
Describe the organization of the Penal Code (PC). Includes: objectives of code - PC 1.02; effect of code - PC 1.03; territorial jurisdiction - PC 1.04.
How does the TCOLE curriculum define general Provisions of the PC?
Define the General Provisions of the PC. Includes: computation of age - PC 1.06; definitions - PC 1.07 (a) (1) - (49), (b).
How does the TCOLE curriculum define and differentiate between Exception, Defense and Affirmative Defense?
Define and differentiate between Exception, Defense and Affirmative Defense. Includes: exception – PC 2.02; defense – PC 2.03; affirmative Defense – PC 2.04.
How does the TCOLE curriculum describe components of a penal code offense?
Describe the components of a penal code offense. Includes: act or Omission – PC 6.01; culpable Mental State – PC 6.02, 6.03; causation or Result – PC 6.04; penalty Group – See Theft PC 31.03 (e) for general penalty group; discuss Consolidation of offenses – PC 3.01 to 3.04.
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