In this subchapter:
- (1) "Charge" means a formal or informal allegation of an offense, including a citation, written promise to appear, complaint, or pending complaint.
- (2) "Child" has the meaning assigned by Article 45A.453(a).
- (3) "Court" means a justice court, municipal court, or other court subject to this chapter.
- (4) "Diversion" means an intervention strategy that redirects a child from formal criminal prosecution and holds the child accountable for the child's actions. The term includes diversion under Article 45A.509 or 45A.510.
- (5) "Offense" means a misdemeanor punishable by fine only, other than a traffic offense.
- (6) "Parent" has the meaning assigned by Article 45A.457(a).
- (7) "Service provider" means a governmental agency, political subdivision, open-enrollment charter school, nonprofit organization, or other entity that provides services to children or families.
- (8) "Youth diversion plan" means a plan adopted under Article 45A.506.
Added by Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 204 (H.B. 1620), Sec. 5.027(a), eff. September 1, 2025.