Texas § CR.20 - GUILT OR INNOCENCE OF ACCUSED, WHEN INQUIRED INTO
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § CR.20 — GUILT OR INNOCENCE OF ACCUSED, WHEN INQUIRED INTO, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CR.20. GUILT OR INNOCENCE OF ACCUSED, WHEN INQUIRED INTO
GUILT OR INNOCENCE OF ACCUSED, WHEN INQUIRED INTO. The guilt or innocence of the accused as to the crime of which he is charged may not be inquired into by the Governor or in any proceeding after the demand for extradition accompanied by a charge of crime in legal form as above provided shall have been presented to the Governor, except as it may be involved in identifying the person held as the person charged with the crime.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § CR.20
What does The Texas Constitution § CR.20 cover?
Section CR.20 ("GUILT OR INNOCENCE OF ACCUSED, WHEN INQUIRED INTO") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § CR.20?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § CR.20" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § CR.20 apply to my situation?
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