Felony Restrictions by Subject

Below is a listing of certain subject matters that the library has identified as having restrictions for convicted felons. We do not warrant this to be a complete listing of all restrictions for felons.

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» Jury

Government Code

§62.102. Petit Juries — General Qualifications For Jury Service

A person is disqualified to serve as a petit juror unless the person:

(1) is at least 18 years of age;
(2) is a citizen of this state and of the county in which the person is to serve as a juror;
(3) is qualified under the constitution and laws to vote in the county in which the person is to serve as a juror;
(4) is of sound mind and good moral character;
(5) is able to read and write;
(6) has not served as a petit juror for six days during the preceding three months in the county court or during the preceding six months in the district court;
(7) has not been convicted of misdemeanor theft or a felony; and
(8) is not under indictment or other legal accusation for misdemeanor theft or a felony.

http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/GV/htm/GV.62.htm#62.102


Note(s) Regarding This Legislation:

During the 79th Legislature (2005), SB 451(4) amended Sec. 62.102. Former language: (7) has not been convicted of a felony; and (8) is not under indictment or other legal accusation of misdemeanor or felony theft or any other felony.