Gavvy: Code Crim. Proc., Art. 17.50. Entry Into Texas Crime Information Center of Certain Information in Cases Involving Violent Offenses Or Stalking; Duties of Magistrates, Sheriffs, and Department of Public Safety.
Art. 17.36. EFFECT OF WITNESS BOND. The bond given by a witness for his appearance has the same effect as a bond of the accused and may be forfeited and recovered upon in the same manner.