About this video
Houston criminal lawyer Brian Foley explains the Public Duty defense under Texas Penal Code Sec. 9.21 — when conduct is justified because it was required or authorized by law or a court order, the limits when force is used against a person, the higher standard for deadly force, and how reasonable belief protects those assisting a public servant.
Read the full breakdown: Texas Penal Code Sec. 9.21 – Public Duty
This video is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship.